Macedon, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Macedon is a small town in New York with a population of 1,885. Residents earn $72,843 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,885 Population 865/sq mi density
$72,843 Median Income $37,020 per capita
$170,900 Home Value $312,726 Zillow
$1,407 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$72,843 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,900 home value, $1,407/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,843
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,900
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.3%
20% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,407
21% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.6%
50% higher than US avg

How Macedon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,885
Median Age45.4 yrs
Density865/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,843
Per Capita$37,020
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.6%
County GDP$5,130M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,900
Rent$1,407
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$312,726

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Elevation579 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.3%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute25 min
EV Stations4
Libraries13

Is Macedon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Macedon receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Macedon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Macedon is $72,843, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Macedon is $170,900, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,407 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Macedon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Macedon has a population of 1,885 with a density of 865 people per square mile. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

1,885
Total Population
865
People / sq mi
45.4yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Macedon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Macedon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Macedon is $72,843, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Macedon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,843
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,020
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$65,848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.6%
50% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,114
County GDP$5,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants159
Healthcare142
Retail259
Manufacturing121

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,291
108% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Macedon is $170,900, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,407 (21% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $312,726.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,900
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$312,726
Median List Price$299,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$299,000
$/Sq Ft$147
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,407
21% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,291
108% above US avg
Effective Rate4.27%
In Macedon, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Macedon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure26.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.7%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death8,850/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access63.7%
Healthcare Facilities142

Crime Rates: Macedon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Macedon has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation579 ft (176 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density865/sq mi
Coordinates43.0648°N, 77.3003°W
County FIPS36117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 40.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.5%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 23.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.3%
20% above US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density865/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities142
Restaurants159
Retail Stores259

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Work from Home6.4%

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