Leesburg

Leesburg, Virginia Overview

Leesburg ranks #2 of 20 cities in Virginia, earning a A+ grade with a composite score of 65.9/100. The city stands out in Economy (91/100) and Fiscal Health (87/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Leesburg

Leesburg’s median household income of $140,668 is 61% above the Virginia median of $87,106, and its 2.4% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 2.9%.

Safety in Leesburg

Leesburg’s violent crime rate of 255.7 per 100,000 runs above the Virginia average of 201. The property crime rate is 1666.2 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Leesburg

The median home value is $617,700. Median monthly rent is $1,980. Renters spend 16.9% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Leesburg

The adult obesity rate in Leesburg is 31.5% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.3%. Residents average 14.9 poor mental health days per month. Virginia ranks #12 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Leesburg

Leesburg’s high school graduation rate of 95% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio of 12.1:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $19,934 per student, well above the national median. The city has 19 public schools serving 15,477 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Leesburg

Leesburg enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 57.4°F. Summers average 74.4°F. Winters average 42.2°F. Annual precipitation is 41.5 inches. 20.7% of workers in Leesburg work from home, well above the national average.

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