Median Income
$53,125
29% lower than US avg
Home Value
$94,200
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
47.1%
47% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.9%
44% lower than US avg
How McDonald Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population99
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density381/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 31%
Veterans88.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$53,125
Per Capita$27,571
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$5,045M
Commute35 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$94,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity47.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease8.9%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Elevation146 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+75.9%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute35 min
Broadband39.0%
Libraries7
Is McDonald a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, McDonald receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. McDonald offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in McDonald is $53,125, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in McDonald is $94,200, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
McDonald enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
McDonald has a population of 99 with a density of 381 people per square mile. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (61.6%), with 31.3% White, 7.1% Black.
Population
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.9% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.1% |
| 84% below US avg |
The median household income in McDonald is $53,125, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $53,125 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,571 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $884 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $45,814 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,176 |
| County GDP | $5,045M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 189 |
| Healthcare | 289 |
| Retail | 381 |
| Manufacturing | 58 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,882 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.06% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 35.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in McDonald is $94,200, 67% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $94,200 |
| 67% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,882 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.06% |
In McDonald, 47.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 34.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: McDonald vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 47.1% |
| 47% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.8% |
| Heart Disease | 8.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.9% |
| Asthma | 13.1% |
| COPD | 11.6% |
| Stroke | 5.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.3% |
| Depression | 25.2% |
| Mental Distress | 21.6% |
| Physical Distress | 18.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.6% |
| Premature Death | 18,938/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 289 |
Crime Rates: McDonald vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 59 |
Safety Score
McDonald has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.6 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 146 ft (45 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 381/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.5537°N, 79.1763°W |
| County FIPS | 37155 |