Mount Leonard, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mount Leonard, Missouri had a total population of 52, the 972nd largest town in Missouri. The poverty rate is 73.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (73.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 5.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Mount Leonard Quick Facts
How Mount Leonard 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 | 61 | 52 | -14.8% |
How Mount Leonard Compares
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Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 40 | National average: 61
Education
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Mount Leonard Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Saline County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marshall | 13,739 | $54,437 | 17.1% | $147,900 |
| Slater | 2,066 | $39,479 | 34.0% | $85,300 |
| Sweet Springs | 1,268 | $46,780 | 14.9% | $107,900 |
| Gilliam | 324 | $39,728 | 39.8% | $85,800 |
| Malta Bend | 211 | $46,875 | 8.6% | $91,000 |
| Nelson | 124 | N/A | 43.1% | $25,400 |
| Miami | 71 | $46,250 | 8.5% | $156,900 |
| Arrow Rock | 65 | $35,469 | 3.1% | $278,800 |
| Grand Pass | 48 | $21,406 | 64.6% | $63,000 |
Cities Similar to Mount Leonard
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baldwin Park | 52 | $31,250 | N/A | 4.8% | 26.0% |
| Mosby | 52 | $48,750 | N/A | 4.9% | 17.3% |
| New Market | 52 | N/A | $165,400 | 82.7% | 0.0% |
| Tightwad | 53 | $100,096 | N/A | 17.8% | 9.4% |
| Blanchard | 51 | N/A | N/A | 47.1% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 52, Mount Leonard'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
Mount Leonard is a small community located in Missouri, within Saline County. The total population is 52. It ranks as the 972nd most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mount Leonard is 54.5 years. This is 40% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 73.1%. This is 481% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Mount Leonard, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $37,500. Housing costs are 84% lower than the state median of $230,300. 53.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% lower than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mount Leonard has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.2% of all residents.
Education
5.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 82% 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 41.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mount Leonard, 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 Mount Leonard, Missouri?
Mount Leonard, Missouri has a population of 52 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mount Leonard, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Mount Leonard — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mount Leonard, MO?
The poverty rate in Mount Leonard is 73.1%. This means approximately 38 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mount Leonard, Missouri?
Mount Leonard's population is 94.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mount Leonard, MO?
The median home value in Mount Leonard is $37,500.
How educated is Mount Leonard, Missouri?
5.9% of adults (25+) in Mount Leonard hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.