Macedonia, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Macedonia is a small town in Alabama with a population of 342.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
342 Population 87/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $25,493 per capita
$93,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $93,700
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 49.7%
55% higher than US avg
Unemployment 20.2%
461% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

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

People

Population342
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density87/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 9%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,493
Unemployment20.2%
Poverty15.9%
County GDP$569M
Commute58 min

Housing

Home Value$93,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity49.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.6 in/yr
Elevation325 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+69.5%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute58 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries5

Is Macedonia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Macedonia receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Macedonia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 20.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 58 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Macedonia is $93,700, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Macedonia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Macedonia has a population of 342 with a density of 87 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (91.5%), with 8.5% White.

Population

342
Total Population
87
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.6%
Female 59.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Macedonia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Macedonia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Macedonia is N/A. The unemployment rate is 20.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 58 minutes.

Income: Macedonia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,493
Avg Weekly Wage$977
IRS Avg AGI$51,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.2%
461% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)398
County GDP$569M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare25
Retail52
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,300
63% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time58.0 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit10.8%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Macedonia is $93,700, 67% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,700
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,300
63% below US avg
Effective Rate1.39%
In Macedonia, 49.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity49.7%
55% above US avg
Diabetes15.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure46.2%
Asthma11.5%
COPD5.8%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.7%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate83.4%
Premature Death13,197/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access16.0%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Macedonia has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.6 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.2 km²)
Population Density87/sq mi
Coordinates33.4031°N, 88.2392°W
County FIPS01107
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.3-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.4%
D 38.1%

Winner: Republican by 23.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+69.5%
School Test Score4.40
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density87/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants15
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute58.0 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit10.8%
Work from Home0.0%

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