Georgia · Metropolitan Area
Leslie is a small town in Georgia with a population of 490. Residents earn $53,571 per year, which is 29% below the national average.
Based on current data, Leslie receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Leslie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Leslie is $53,571, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 25.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Leslie is $69,300, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,016 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Leslie enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $53,571 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,846 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $926 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,461 |
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 25.2% |
| 103% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 612 |
| County GDP | $1,099M |
| Restaurants | 28 |
| Healthcare | 41 |
| Retail | 62 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,360 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.85% |
| Commute Time | 23.0 min |
| Work from Home | 0.5% |
| Census Median | $69,300 |
| 75% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $121,272 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,016 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 79.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,360 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.85% |
| Obesity | 41.4% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.8% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 4.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.0% |
| Depression | 21.7% |
| Mental Distress | 21.2% |
| Physical Distress | 16.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.4% |
| Premature Death | 8,773/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 41 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Annual Average | 65.8°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 339 ft (103 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 277/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.9548°N, 84.0871°W |
| County FIPS | 13177 |
Winner: Republican by 43.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.1% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 277/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 41 |
| Restaurants | 28 |
| Retail Stores | 62 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 23.0 min |
| Work from Home | 0.5% |