Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Letha Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population566
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density1,258/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$28,598
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$11,738M
Commute31 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain10.0 in/yr
Elevation2,285 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+62.9%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 25%
Commute31 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries7
Is Letha a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Letha receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Letha offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
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 31 minutes.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Letha experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 10.0 inches, including 11.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Letha has a population of 566 with a density of 1,258 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.9%).
Population
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Letha is N/A. 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 31 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $28,598 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $998 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,149 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 8,946 |
| County GDP | $11,738M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 369 |
| Healthcare | 510 |
| Retail | 576 |
| Manufacturing | 259 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,406 |
| 3% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.8 min |
| Work from Home | 18.1% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,406 |
| 3% below US avg |
In Letha, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Letha vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.1% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.9% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.0% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 72.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.4% |
| Premature Death | 7,366/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 76.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 510 |
Crime Rates: Letha vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
Safety Score
Letha has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.5°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 10.0 inches |
| 74% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 11.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,285 ft (696 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,258/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8928°N, 116.6470°W |
| County FIPS | 16027 |