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Mackay, ID
Full City Profile · Idaho · Butte County County
2.9
/5.0
C+
Fair
719
Population
826/sq mi density
$41,474
Median Income
$27,238 per capita
$187,500
Home Value
$313,546 Zillow
$631
Median Rent
31.3% income on rent
42°F
Avg Temperature
310 sunny days/yr
213
Violent Crime/100K
852 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$41,474 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$187,500 home value, $631/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
213 violent crimes/100K
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Cost Overview
Cost of Living Index
95.5
Below national average
100 = US average
Median Monthly Rent
$631
46% below US avg
Avg Annual Property Tax
$1,960
44% below US avg ($3,500)
Fair Market Rents (HUD FY2026)
Studio
$898
per month
1 Bedroom
$950
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,173
per month
3 Bedroom
$1,619
per month
4 Bedroom
$1,949
per month
Childcare Costs
Infant (Center)
$550/mo
$6,600/year
Toddler (Center)
$526/mo
$6,312/year
Preschool (Center)
$488/mo
$5,856/year
Infant (Family)
$473/mo
$5,676/year
Toddler (Family)
$470/mo
$5,640/year
Preschool (Family)
$441/mo
$5,292/year
Healthcare 40 services
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $238.75 |
| Specialist Visit | $334.25 |
| Urgent Care Visit | $191.00 |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,101.00 |
| Dental Cleaning | $124.15 |
| Dental Filling | $238.75 |
| Root Canal | $955.00 |
| Dental Crown | $1,146.00 |
| Tooth Extraction | $238.75 |
| Wisdom Teeth Removal | $1,432.50 |
| Teeth Whitening | $477.50 |
| Dental Implant | $3,820.00 |
| Eye Exam | $191.00 |
| Glasses (Prescription) | $334.25 |
| Contact Lenses (Annual) | $238.75 annual |
| LASIK (Per Eye) | $2,387.50 per eye |
| X-Ray | $238.75 |
| MRI | $1,432.50 |
| CT Scan | $1,146.00 |
| Ultrasound | $382.00 |
| Blood Test (Basic Panel) | $143.25 |
| Physical Therapy (Session) | $143.25 per session |
| Chiropractor Visit | $71.63 |
| Dermatologist Visit | $238.75 |
| Mental Health Therapy | $167.13 per session |
| Psychiatrist Visit | $286.50 |
| Colonoscopy | $2,387.50 |
| Mammogram | $286.50 |
| Knee Replacement | $33,425.00 |
| Hip Replacement | $30,560.00 |
| Cataract Surgery (Per Eye) | $3,342.50 per eye |
| ACL Surgery | $23,875.00 |
| Appendectomy | $14,325.00 |
| C-Section Delivery | $21,010.00 |
| Normal Childbirth | $12,415.00 |
| Flu Shot | $38.20 |
| COVID Test | $95.50 |
| Prescription (Generic, 30-day) | $14.33 per month |
| Prescription (Brand, 30-day) | $238.75 per month |
| Ambulance Ride | $1,146.00 |
Auto Repair 18 services
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $42.98 |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $71.63 |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $286.50 |
| Tire Rotation | $38.20 |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $573.00 set of 4 |
| Battery Replacement | $191.00 |
| Transmission Repair | $2,865.00 |
| AC Repair | $477.50 |
| Windshield Replacement | $334.25 |
| Wheel Alignment | $95.50 |
| Spark Plug Replacement | $191.00 |
| Alternator Replacement | $477.50 |
| Timing Belt Replacement | $668.50 |
| Car Detailing (Full) | $191.00 |
| Towing (Per Mile) | $4.78 per mile |
| State Inspection | $28.65 |
| Emissions Test | $47.75 |
| Check Engine Diagnostic | $95.50 |
Home Services 25 services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $95.50 per hour |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $85.95 per hour |
| HVAC Repair | $382.00 |
| HVAC System Install | $6,685.00 |
| Roof Repair | $955.00 |
| Roof Replacement | $8,595.00 |
| Interior Painting (Avg Home) | $2,387.50 |
| Exterior Painting (Avg Home) | $3,342.50 |
| Pest Control (One-Time) | $191.00 |
| Pest Control (Annual Plan) | $477.50 annual |
| Carpet Cleaning (3 Rooms) | $167.13 |
| Lawn Mowing (Per Visit) | $47.75 per visit |
| Lawn Care (Monthly) | $143.25 monthly |
| Tree Removal | $764.00 |
| Gutter Cleaning | $191.00 |
| Pressure Washing (House) | $286.50 |
| Foundation Repair | $4,775.00 |
| Kitchen Remodel (Mid-Range) | $28,650.00 |
| Bathroom Remodel (Mid-Range) | $11,460.00 |
| Flooring Install | $7.64 per sq ft |
| Window Replacement | $620.75 per window |
| Fence Install (Wood) | $28.65 per ft |
| Garage Door Replacement | $1,146.00 |
| Water Heater Replacement | $1,432.50 |
| Septic Tank Pumping | $382.00 |
Legal 12 services
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,432.50 |
| Divorce (Contested) | $14,325.00 |
| DUI Defense | $4,775.00 |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,432.50 |
| Will Preparation | $477.50 |
| Trust Preparation | $2,387.50 |
| Real Estate Closing | $1,910.00 |
| Traffic Ticket Defense | $286.50 |
| LLC Formation | $477.50 |
| Immigration Consultation | $286.50 |
| Criminal Defense (Misdemeanor) | $2,865.00 |
| Personal Injury (Contingency) | $31.52 % of settlement |
Personal Care 12 services
| Men's Haircut | $23.88 |
| Women's Haircut | $52.53 |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $143.25 |
| Manicure | $23.88 |
| Pedicure | $38.20 |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $76.40 per session |
| Facial Treatment | $95.50 |
| Gym Membership | $47.75 monthly |
| Personal Trainer (Session) | $66.85 per session |
| Dry Cleaning (Suit) | $14.33 |
| Laundromat (Per Load) | $3.82 per load |
| Spa Day Package | $238.75 |
Food & Grocery 20 services
| Gallon of Milk | $3.92 per gallon |
| Dozen Eggs | $3.34 per dozen |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.63 |
| Chicken Breast | $4.30 per lb |
| Ground Beef | $5.25 per lb |
| Rice | $0.96 per lb |
| Bananas | $0.62 per lb |
| Apples | $1.72 per lb |
| Coffee | $7.16 per lb |
| Gasoline | $3.34 per gallon |
| Fast Food Meal | $9.55 |
| Restaurant Meal (Casual) | $17.19 |
| Restaurant Meal (Fine Dining) | $57.30 |
| Pizza Delivery (Large) | $17.19 |
| Coffee (Cafe Latte) | $5.25 |
| Beer (6-Pack Domestic) | $9.55 |
| Wine (750ml, Mid-Range) | $14.33 |
| Cigarettes (Pack) | $8.12 per pack |
| Baby Formula (Can) | $23.88 |
| Dog Food (Monthly) | $47.75 monthly |
Utilities 8 services
| Electricity (Monthly) | $133.70 monthly |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $66.85 monthly |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $66.85 monthly |
| Internet (Monthly) | $66.85 monthly |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $62.08 monthly |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $81.18 monthly |
| Trash Collection (Monthly) | $33.43 monthly |
| Home Insurance (Annual) | $1,910.00 annual |
Transportation 8 services
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $191.00 monthly |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,910.00 annual |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $66.85 monthly |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14.33 |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $95.50 annual |
| Driver's License Renewal | $28.65 |
| Tolls (Monthly Commuter) | $47.75 monthly |
| Vehicle Property Tax (Annual) | $382.00 annual |
Education & Childcare 8 services
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,146.00 monthly |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $955.00 monthly |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $382.00 monthly |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $47.75 per hour |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $955.00 |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,937.50 annual |
| Community College (Annual) | $3,820.00 annual |
| State University (Annual) | $9,550.00 annual |
Pets 9 services
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $57.30 |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $95.50 annual |
| Dog Grooming | $57.30 |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $38.20 per night |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $286.50 |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $191.00 |
| Pet Emergency Visit | $764.00 |
| Dental Cleaning (Dog) | $382.00 |
| Microchipping | $47.75 |
Complete Cost Data
Housing Costs
| Cost of Living Index | 95.5 |
| Median Rent | $631 |
| Rent Burden | 31.3% |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,960 |
| FMR Studio | $898 |
| FMR 1-Bedroom | $950 |
| FMR 2-Bedroom | $1,173 |
| FMR 3-Bedroom | $1,619 |
| FMR 4-Bedroom | $1,949 |
Childcare (Monthly)
| Infant (Center) | $550 |
| Toddler (Center) | $526 |
| Preschool (Center) | $488 |
| Infant (Family) | $473 |
| Toddler (Family) | $470 |
| Preschool (Family) | $441 |
Income Context
| Median Income | $41,474 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,238 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,126 |