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Leroy, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Leroy is a small town in Texas with a population of 406. Residents earn $77,750 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
406 Population 219/sq mi density
$77,750 Median Income $36,322 per capita
$193,800 Home Value $255,798 Zillow
$711 Median Rent 14.8% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$77,750 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$193,800 home value, $711/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,750
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $193,800
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $711
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

How Leroy Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population406
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density219/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,750
Per Capita$36,322
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$18,479M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$193,800
Rent$711
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,798
Housing Units180
Rent Burden14.8%

Health

Obesity31.8%
Uninsured14.1%
Smoking13.1%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation501 ft (153 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+97.3%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute29 min
Broadband75.5%
Libraries9

Is Leroy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leroy receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Leroy stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leroy is $77,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leroy is $193,800, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $711 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Leroy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Leroy has a population of 406 with a density of 219 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%).

Population

406
Total Population
219
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Leroy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Leroy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leroy is $77,750, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Leroy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,750
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,322
Avg Weekly Wage$1,161
IRS Avg AGI$72,514

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,039
County GDP$18,479M

Business (County)

Restaurants607
Healthcare682
Retail879
Manufacturing250

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,892
154% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Leroy is $193,800, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $711 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,798.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$193,800
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$255,798

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$711
39% below US avg
Rent Burden14.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.2%
Housing Units180
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,892
154% above US avg
Effective Rate4.59%
In Leroy, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.1% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Leroy vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.8%
1% below US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Uninsured14.1%
64% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits56.9%
Premature Death9,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access67.9%
Healthcare Facilities682
Leroy has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average67.1°F
24% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation501 ft (153 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density219/sq mi
Coordinates31.7324°N, 97.0217°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48309
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 75.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+97.3%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density219/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.5%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities682
Restaurants607
Retail Stores879

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.0%

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