Macksville, KS

Kansas

Macksville is a small town in Kansas with a population of 585. Residents earn $55,214 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
585 Population 585/sq mi density
$55,214 Median Income $23,791 per capita
$92,500 Home Value $75,477 Zillow
$542 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$55,214 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,500 home value, $542/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,214
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,500
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $542
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population585
Median Age30.4 yrs
Density585/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 55%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,214
Per Capita$23,791
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$745M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,500
Rent$542
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$75,477

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain27.6 in/yr
Elevation2,026 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+91.1%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute28 min
Libraries1

Is Macksville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Macksville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Macksville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Macksville is $55,214, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Macksville is $92,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $542 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Macksville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.6 inches, including 15.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Macksville has a population of 585 with a density of 585 people per square mile. The median age is 30.4 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55%), with 11.5% Hispanic.

Population

585
Total Population
585
People / sq mi
30.4yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Macksville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.5%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.5%
8% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Macksville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Macksville is $55,214, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Macksville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,214
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,791
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$71,704

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)384
County GDP$745M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare34
Retail52
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,515
29% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Work from Home13.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Macksville is $92,500, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $542 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $75,477.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,500
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$75,477

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$542
53% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,515
29% above US avg
Effective Rate4.88%
In Macksville, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.5%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death9,403/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access82.6%
Healthcare Facilities34

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Macksville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.6 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall15.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,026 ft (618 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density585/sq mi
Coordinates37.9572°N, 98.9689°W
County FIPS20151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.8%
D 23.4%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+91.1%
School Test Score5.80
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density585/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants38
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Work from Home13.1%

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