Leonard city, Texas Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Leonard city, Texas Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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As of 2026, Leonard city, Texas has a total population of 2,468, the 657th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $54,921, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.5%.

Key Takeaways

Only 8.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.

Leonard city Quick Facts

Population 2,468

Median Household Income $54,921

Median Home Value $156,100

Poverty Rate 18.5%

Unemployment Rate 4.8%

Median Age 35.5 years

Homeownership Rate 65.9%

Affordability Ratio 2.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 8.3%

High School Graduation Rate 81.4%

Diversity Index 37/100

Population 2,468 657th of 1,800

Median Income $54,921 below average

Poverty Rate 18.5% 48% higher national

Median Home Value $156,100 average

How Leonard city Compares

Median Household Income

Leonard city

$54,921

$76,292

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Leonard city

$156,100

$260,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.1%

$25K-$50K 23.4%

$50K-$100K 33.6%

$100K+ 27.9%

Employment

4.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1% | National: 5.2%

55.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 65.9%

Renter 34.1%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.4%

18-34

24.4%

35-54

26.1%

55-74

17.5%

75+

6.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 67 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Leonard city Rankings in Texas

#657 Population of 1,800

#1013 Median Income of 1,800

#1404 Education of 1,800

#777 Home Value of 1,800

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Cities Similar to Leonard city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Tahoka city	2,455	$52,576	$113,400	23.0%	21.8%
Italy town	2,460	$59,082	$148,200	15.8%	12.3%
Junction city	2,439	$51,667	$146,100	17.7%	16.6%
De Leon city	2,512	$50,871	$79,800	15.8%	10.8%
Lytle city	2,484	$61,678	$145,400	21.8%	7.1%

Population Overview

Leonard city is a small community located in Texas. The total population is 2,468. It ranks as the 657th most populous out of 1,800 cities and towns in Texas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Leonard city is 35.5 years. This is about average than the state median of 35.5 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Leonard city is $54,921. This is 28% lower than the state median of $76,292. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 30% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.5%. This is 34% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 8% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $156,100. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $260,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Leonard city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 65.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 62.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Leonard city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.9%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (77.8% vs 39.9%). The Black or African American population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 11.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (14.9%) is well below the state average of 39.5%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 5.3%.

Education

8.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% lower than the state rate of 33.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 81.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Leonard city, Texas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,800 Census-designated places in Texas. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Leonard city, Texas?

Leonard city, Texas has a population of 2,468 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Leonard city, TX?

The median household income in Leonard city is $54,921, which is 30% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Leonard city, TX?

The poverty rate in Leonard city is 18.5%. This means approximately 449 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Leonard city, Texas?

Leonard city's population is 77.8% White, 2.2% Black, 14.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Leonard city, TX?

The median home value in Leonard city is $156,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Leonard city, Texas?

8.3% of adults (25+) in Leonard city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.