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Macksburg, OH

Ohio

Macksburg is a small town in Ohio with a population of 111. Residents earn $39,583 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
111 Population 505/sq mi density
$39,583 Median Income $23,382 per capita
$56,300 Home Value
$700 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$39,583 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,300 home value, $700/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,583
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,300
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.7%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.7%
115% higher than US avg

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

People

Population111
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density505/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans92.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,583
Per Capita$23,382
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty26.7%
County GDP$580M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,300
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units88
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity44.7%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking19.7%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation682 ft (208 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+89.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute28 min
Broadband50.0%
Libraries1

Is Macksburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Macksburg receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Macksburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Macksburg is $39,583, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 26.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Macksburg is $56,300, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Macksburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Macksburg has a population of 111 with a density of 505 people per square mile. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

111
Total Population
505
People / sq mi
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.8%
Female 62.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Macksburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Macksburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Macksburg is $39,583, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Macksburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,583
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,382
Avg Weekly Wage$993
IRS Avg AGI$60,031

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.7%
115% above US avg
Establishments (County)279
County GDP$580M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare19
Retail32
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,450
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Macksburg is $56,300, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,300
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.0%
Housing Units88
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,450
30% below US avg
Effective Rate4.35%
In Macksburg, 44.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 19.7% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.7%
39% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.7%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits58.2%
Premature Death8,740/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities19
Macksburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation682 ft (208 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density505/sq mi
Coordinates39.6311°N, 81.4568°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.6-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 64.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+89.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density505/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants23
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

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