Leavenworth city, Kansas
Leavenworth city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Leavenworth city is a geographic entity located in Leavenworth County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 37,012. The land area covers 24.35 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 37,012 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs | ±0.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 13,733 | ±506 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 14,864 | ±446 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 13,733 | ±506 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,131 | ±282 |
| Median Home Value | $193,000 | ±$19,835 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,229 | ±$92 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $72,987 | ±$3,535 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,664 | ±$2,260 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.7% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,915 | ±703 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 13,455 | ±631 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.1% | ±2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 37,370 (2024)
ID: 164783
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY CLERK
100 N 5TH ST, LEAVENWORTH KS 66048-1970
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GUS Population: 84,670 (2024)
ID: 194938
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CLERK
300 WALNUT ST, RM 225, LEAVENWORTH KS 66048-2725
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Leavenworth | 01-04 | Leavenworth, KS | |
| Regular School Leavenworth | 01-04 | Leavenworth, KS | |
| Regular School Leavenworth | PK-KG | Leavenworth, KS | |
| Regular School Leavenworth | 01-04 | Leavenworth, KS | |
| Regular School Leavenworth | 09-12 | Leavenworth, KS | |
| Regular School Leavenworth | 09-12 | Leavenworth, KS | |
| Regular School Leavenworth | KG-08 | Leavenworth, KS | |
| Regular School Leavenworth | 05-06 | Leavenworth, KS | |
| Regular School Leavenworth | 07-08 | Leavenworth, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 12 | Kansas City, KS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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SAINT JOHN HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 3500 SOUTH 4TH STREET, LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048 |
(913) 680-6000
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University of Saint Mary
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College | 3.2 mi away | 4100 S 4th St, Leavenworth, KS, 66048-5082 |
9136825151
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LEAVENWORTH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 417 SPRUCE STREET, LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048 |
(913) 682-5666
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Pinnacle Career Institute
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College | 12.9 mi away | 11500 N.W. Ambassador, Suite 221, Kansas City, MO, 64153-1151 |
8163315700
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LANSING COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 730 1ST TERRACE, CITY OF LANSING, KS, 66043 |
(913) 364-6900
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Park University
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College | 16.1 mi away | 8700 NW River Park Dr, Parkville, MO, 64152-3795 |
8167412000
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WESTON BRANCH
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 18204 LIBRARY DR, WESTON, MO, 64098 |
(816) 640-2874
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Kansas City Kansas Community College
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College | 16.8 mi away | 7250 State Ave, Kansas City, KS, 66112 |
9133341100
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PLATTE CITY BRANCH
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 2702 NW PRAIRIE VIEW RD, PLATTE CITY, MO, 64079 |
(816) 858-2322
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Benedictine College
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College | 20.0 mi away | 1020 N 2nd St, Atchison, KS, 66002-1499 |
9133675340
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at LEAVENWORTH, KS US, located 0.4 miles from Leavenworth city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.3° | 20.7° | 30.0° | 1.05" | 4.8" |
| February | 44.8° | 24.3° | 34.6° | 1.58" | 5.6" |
| March | 56.6° | 33.5° | 45.0° | 2.36" | 1.5" |
| April | 67.0° | 44.2° | 55.6° | 4.11" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.9° | 55.3° | 66.1° | 5.24" | 0.0" |
| June | 86.2° | 64.6° | 75.4° | 5.49" | 0.0" |
| July | 90.5° | 69.2° | 79.9° | 4.32" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.7° | 68.0° | 78.3° | 5.30" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.5° | 58.3° | 69.4° | 4.58" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.0° | 46.4° | 57.2° | 3.56" | 0.4" |
| November | 54.1° | 34.2° | 44.2° | 1.98" | 1.0" |
| December | 42.9° | 24.9° | 33.9° | 1.70" | 5.5" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leavenworth city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Lansing city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
| Farley village | Village | 5.7 mi | — |
| Weston city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Tracy city | City | 8.1 mi | — |
| Platte City city | City | 9.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2010339000. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.