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Macedonia, IA

Iowa · Metropolitan Area

Macedonia is a small town in Iowa with a population of 191. Residents earn $59,643 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
191 Population 796/sq mi density
$59,643 Median Income $32,924 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
$675 Median Rent 14.4% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$59,643 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $675/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,643
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population191
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density796/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,643
Per Capita$32,924
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$6,263M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units125
Rent Burden14.4%

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking15.3%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,130 ft (344 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+90.9%
Graduate+7.4%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute23 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries5

Is Macedonia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Macedonia receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Macedonia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Macedonia is $59,643, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Macedonia is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Macedonia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches, including 28.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Macedonia has a population of 191 with a density of 796 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.9%).

Population

191
Total Population
796
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

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 $59,643, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Macedonia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,643
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,924
Avg Weekly Wage$1,085
IRS Avg AGI$73,871

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,746
County GDP$6,263M

Business (County)

Restaurants209
Healthcare220
Retail252
Manufacturing62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,355
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Macedonia is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden14.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%
Housing Units125
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,355
53% above US avg
Effective Rate4.28%
In Macedonia, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.7%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits66.7%
Premature Death9,293/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access82.9%
Healthcare Facilities220
Macedonia has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall28.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,130 ft (344 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density796/sq mi
Coordinates41.1923°N, 95.4265°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19155
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 20 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+90.9%
Graduate Degree+7.4%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density796/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities220
Restaurants209
Retail Stores252

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Drive Alone89.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

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