Median Income
$75,652
1% higher than US avg
Home Value
$327,100
16% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$993
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.1%
59% lower than US avg
How McCleary Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,262
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density1,103/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Economy
A
Median Income$75,652
Per Capita$32,102
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$2,458M
Commute33 min
Housing
A
Home Value$327,100
Rent$993
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$380,145
Health
Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI28 (Good)
Rain72.0 in/yr
Elevation272 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+88.9%
School Score5.36
Community
2024 VoteR 50% / D 47%
Commute33 min
Libraries3
Is McCleary a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, McCleary receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. McCleary offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in McCleary is $75,652, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in McCleary is $327,100, 16% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $993 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
McCleary experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 72.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
McCleary has a population of 2,262 with a density of 1,103 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.2%), with 8.3% Hispanic.
Population
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.0% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.0% |
| 48% below US avg |
The median household income in McCleary is $75,652, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $75,652 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,102 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,113 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,584 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.5% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.1% |
| 59% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,240 |
| County GDP | $2,458M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 117 |
| Healthcare | 99 |
| Retail | 128 |
| Manufacturing | 48 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,725 |
| 64% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.75% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.3 min |
| Work from Home | 16.0% |
The median home value in McCleary is $327,100, 16% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $993 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $380,145.
Home Values
| Census Median | $327,100 |
| 16% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $380,145 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $993 |
| 15% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,082 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,180 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,472 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,003 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,351 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,725 |
| 64% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.75% |
In McCleary, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: McCleary vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.9% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.4% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.7% |
| Depression | 29.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,816/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 99 |
Crime Rates: McCleary vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
McCleary has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 72.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 28.
Temperature
42°F Jan (5°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 72.0 inches |
| 90% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 28.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 272 ft (83 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,103/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.0585°N, 123.2696°W |
| County FIPS | 53045 |