Leshara, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Leshara is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 143. Residents earn $78,977 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
143 Population 2,043/sq mi density
$78,977 Median Income $42,844 per capita
$140,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,977 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,900 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,977
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $140,900
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population143
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density2,043/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,977
Per Capita$42,844
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,090M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Elevation1,175 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute19 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries6

Is Leshara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leshara receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Leshara offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leshara is $78,977, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leshara is $140,900, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Leshara experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches, including 31.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Leshara has a population of 143 with a density of 2,043 people per square mile. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%).

Population

143
Total Population
2,043
People / sq mi
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.2%
Female 37.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Leshara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Leshara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leshara is $78,977, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Leshara vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,977
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,844
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$104,730

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)656
County GDP$1,090M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare33
Retail72
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,137
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Work from Home20.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Leshara is $140,900, 50% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,900
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,137
75% above US avg
Effective Rate4.36%
In Leshara, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.0% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma8.0%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking24.9%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression15.0%
Mental Distress12.7%
Physical Distress9.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.3%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death6,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities33

Crime Rates: Leshara vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Leshara has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.2 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall31.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,175 ft (358 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density2,043/sq mi
Coordinates41.3298°N, 96.4292°W
County FIPS31155
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.4-point margin. 81.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,043/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants41
Retail Stores72

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Work from Home20.7%

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