Leeton, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Leeton, Missouri had a total population of 660, the 463rd largest city in Missouri, with a median household income of $51,917, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Leeton Quick Facts
How Leeton Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 667 | 660 | -1.0% |
| Median household income | $52,273 | $51,917 | -0.7% |
| Median home value | $100,000 | $99,600 | -0.4% |
How Leeton Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 40 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Leeton Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Johnson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warrensburg | 19,582 | $57,067 | 16.2% | $222,200 |
| Whiteman AFB | 3,517 | $54,641 | 13.3% | $328,800 |
| Knob Noster | 2,838 | $62,353 | 6.0% | $202,600 |
| Holden | 1,989 | $63,056 | 19.2% | $148,200 |
| Kingsville | 360 | $67,171 | 6.7% | $96,500 |
| Centerview | 248 | $60,000 | 19.8% | $61,000 |
| Chilhowee | 232 | $56,458 | 25.4% | N/A |
| La Tour | 132 | N/A | 21.2% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Leeton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellsinore | 678 | $52,010 | $150,800 | 13.7% | 11.8% |
| Perry | 640 | $50,795 | $112,100 | 16.2% | 17.5% |
| Queen City | 650 | $48,884 | $66,900 | 1.4% | 10.6% |
| Iberia | 661 | $47,438 | $122,900 | 12.7% | 13.9% |
| Bevier | 657 | $47,240 | $94,200 | 11.0% | 15.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 660, Leeton's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Leeton is a small community located in Missouri, within Johnson County. The total population is 660. It ranks as the 463rd most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Leeton is 28.4 years. This is 27% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 39.2% of the population under 18, Leeton has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Leeton is $51,917. This is 27% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 36% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.0%. This is 11% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 4.0%. The median home value is $99,600. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Leeton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 68.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Leeton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.0%.
Education
10.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% lower than the state rate of 32.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Leeton, Missouri is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Missouri state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Leeton, Missouri?
Leeton, Missouri has a population of 660 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Leeton, MO?
The median household income in Leeton is $51,917, which is 36% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Leeton, MO?
The poverty rate in Leeton is 14.0%. This means approximately 87 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Leeton, Missouri?
Leeton's population is 95.5% White, 0.0% Black, 3.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Leeton, MO?
The median home value in Leeton is $99,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Leeton, Missouri?
10.4% of adults (25+) in Leeton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.