Macedonia, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Macedonia is a small city in Ohio with a population of 12,142. Residents earn $108,059 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
12,142 Population 1,248/sq mi density
$108,059 Median Income $54,898 per capita
$294,500 Home Value $332,198 Zillow
$2,024 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$108,059 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$294,500 home value, $2,024/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
40.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,059
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $294,500
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.8%
21% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,024
74% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12,142
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density1,248/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,059
Per Capita$54,898
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$40,349M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$294,500
Rent$2,024
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$332,198

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation1,024 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.8%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 53%
Commute26 min
EV Stations2
Libraries30

Is Macedonia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Macedonia receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Macedonia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Macedonia is $108,059, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Macedonia among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Macedonia is $294,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,024 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Macedonia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 63.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Macedonia has a population of 12,142 with a density of 1,248 people per square mile. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.4%), with 11.6% Black.

Population

12,142
Total Population
1,248
People / sq mi
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
9.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Macedonia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Macedonia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Macedonia is $108,059, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Macedonia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,059
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,898
Avg Weekly Wage$1,209
IRS Avg AGI$77,962

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,834
County GDP$40,349M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,276
Healthcare1,595
Retail1,604
Manufacturing730

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,724
92% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Work from Home12.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Macedonia is $294,500, 4% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,024 (74% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,198.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$294,500
4% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$332,198
Median List Price$262,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$262,000
$/Sq Ft$172
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio99.5%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,024
74% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,724
92% above US avg
Effective Rate2.28%
In Macedonia, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate79.2%
Premature Death9,664/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access95.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,595

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40

Safety Score

Macedonia has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall63.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,024 ft (312 m)
Area9.7 sq mi (25.2 km²)
Population Density1,248/sq mi
Coordinates41.3149°N, 81.5016°W
County FIPS39153
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 40.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.1%
D 53%

Winner: Democrat by 7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.8%
21% above US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,248/sq mi
Total Area9.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries30
Healthcare Facilities1,595
Restaurants1,276
Retail Stores1,604

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)40

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Work from Home12.9%

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