What are the schools like in Leland, IL?

Leland is served primarily by Leland CUSD 1. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.4:1.

What is the median household income in Leland?

The median household income in Leland, IL is $75,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.3%.

What is the weather like in Leland, IL?

Leland has an average high temperature of 27.9°F in January and 81.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 29.8 inches.

Leland, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Leland, IL affordable or expensive?

Leland's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Leland is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $168,800 and the median rent is $1,202 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Leland, IL?

Leland has a violent crime rate of 324.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of None per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Leland, IL a Good Place to Live?

Leland is a small town of 1,156 in Illinois, with a median household income of $75,250 and a 8.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Leland stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Leland is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Leland city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 97.3

Leland's overall cost of living index is 97.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Leland costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Leland, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$168,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,202	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	81.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$75,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Leland's violent crime rate is 324.3 per 100,000 residents — 15% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

324.3 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Leland is served primarily by Leland CUSD 1. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Leland, IL	National Avg
School District	Leland CUSD 1	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	31.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Leland sees average highs of 27.9°F in January and 81.9°F in July, with 39.5 inches of annual precipitation and 29.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Leland, IL
Average High — January	27.9°F
Average High — July	81.9°F
Annual Precipitation	39.5"
Annual Snowfall	29.8"

Demographics

Metric	Leland, IL	National Avg
Population	1,156	—
Median Age	39.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	35.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.6%	22.2%
65 and over	11.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Somonauk, IL 6 mi Earlville, IL 7 mi Lake Holiday, IL 7 mi Harding, IL 7 mi Sheridan, IL 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Leland

Leland, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60531

Leland vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Leland, IL affordable or expensive?

Leland's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Leland roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $168,800 and median rent is $1,202/month.

What is the crime rate in Leland, IL?

Leland's violent crime rate is 324.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is None per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Leland?

Public schools in Leland are operated by Leland CUSD 1. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.4:1. 31.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Leland, IL a good place to live?

Leland, IL has a population of 1,156, a median household income of $75,250, and an unemployment rate of 8.3%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Leland?

Leland averages 27.9°F in January and 81.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.5 inches with about 29.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Leland?

Leland, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60531.

What is the population of Leland?

The population of Leland, Illinois is 1,156 with a median age of 39.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Leland?

Key numbers for living in Leland: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $168,800, median household income $75,250, schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Leland side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.