Maceo, KY

Kentucky

Maceo is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 533.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
533 Population 358/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $26,084 per capita
$107,500 Home Value $184,079 Zillow
$836 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $107,500
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $836
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population533
Median Age56.4 yrs
Density358/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,084
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$900M
Commute27 min

Housing

Home Value$107,500
Rent$836
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$184,079

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.3 in/yr
Elevation388 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+77.3%
School Score5.50

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute27 min
Libraries3

Is Maceo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maceo receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Maceo faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maceo is $107,500, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $836 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Maceo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Maceo has a population of 533 with a density of 358 people per square mile. The median age is 56.4 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 7.1% Hispanic.

Population

533
Total Population
358
People / sq mi
56.4yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Maceo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Maceo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maceo is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Maceo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,084
Avg Weekly Wage$1,546
IRS Avg AGI$62,648

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)234
County GDP$900M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare16
Retail17
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,286
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Maceo is $107,500, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $836 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,079.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,500
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$184,079

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$836
28% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$719
1 Bedroom$794
2 Bedrooms$984
3 Bedrooms$1,277
4 Bedrooms$1,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,286
35% below US avg
Effective Rate2.13%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Premature Death9,527/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access25.2%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Maceo has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.3 inches
35% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation388 ft (118 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density358/sq mi
Coordinates37.8563°N, 86.9936°W
County FIPS21091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.9%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 47.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+77.3%
School Test Score5.50
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density358/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants7
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Work from Home8.4%

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