Kansas
McDonald is a small town in Kansas with a population of 190. Residents earn $88,171 per year, which is 17% above the national average.
Based on current data, McDonald receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. McDonald offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in McDonald is $88,171, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in McDonald is $23,600, 92% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
McDonald experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.8 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 93.5% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.5% |
| 51% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $88,171 |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $33,275 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $944 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,591 |
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.4% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 122 |
| County GDP | $179M |
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,200 |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 13.56% |
| Commute Time | 11.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 71.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 16.2% |
| Census Median | $23,600 |
| 92% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $108,728 |
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,200 |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 13.56% |
| Obesity | 40.7% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.0% |
| Depression | 21.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 69.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,024/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 20.8 inches |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 33.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 3,367 ft (1,026 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 864/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.7847°N, 101.3702°W |
| County FIPS | 20153 |
Winner: Republican by 72.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 3.3% |
| 90% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.80 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 864/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 89.9% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Retail Stores | 17 |
| Avg Commute | 11.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 71.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 16.2% |