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Macclesfield, NC
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Macclesfield, NC
At a Glance
How Macclesfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Macclesfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Macclesfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Macclesfield residents earn a median household income of $53,036 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,279. The unemployment rate stands at 1.8% (50% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 993 business establishments, including 56 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Macclesfield is $116,000 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $153,242. Median rent is $865/month, with 48.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1957.
Safety & Crime
Macclesfield reports 335 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,561/100K.
Education
17.9% of adults in Macclesfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 81.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Macclesfield has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.