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Macksburg, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Madison County County
Macksburg, IA
At a Glance
How Macksburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Macksburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Macksburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Macksburg residents earn a median household income of $31,538 , which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,594. The unemployment rate stands at 11.4% (217% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 566 business establishments, including 24 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Macksburg is $92,500 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $229,304. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Macksburg reports 217 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 43% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,598/100K.
Education
5.3% of adults in Macksburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below the national average). 94.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Macksburg has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.