Median Income $56,492

25% lower than US avg

Home Value $180,900

36% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 30.3%

10% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.2%

25% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.9%

64% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.9%

69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population541

Median Age51.1 yrs

Density371/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 90%

Veterans4.3%

Economy

B+

Median Income$56,492

Per Capita$33,379

Unemployment5.9%

Poverty3.9%

County GDP$6,669M

Commute20 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$180,900

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units288

Health

Obesity40.2%

Uninsured11.8%

Smoking16.5%

Depression29.7%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)

AQI40 (Good)

Rain57.6 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation853 ft (260 m)

Education

Bachelor's+30.3%

High School+95.4%

Graduate+11.7%

School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%

Commute20 min

Broadband100.0%

Libraries3

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 affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, 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 $56,492, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McDonald is $180,900, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

McDonald enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

McDonald has a population of 541 with a density of 371 people per square mile. The median age is 51.1 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%).

Population

541

Total Population

371

People / sq mi

51.1yrs

Median Age

31% above US avg

1.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%

Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

McDonald vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McDonald vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McDonald is $56,492, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: McDonald vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$56,492
	25% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$33,379
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,046
IRS Avg AGI	$63,258

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.9%
	64% above US avg
Poverty Rate	3.9%
	69% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,478
County GDP	$6,669M

Business (County)

Restaurants	215
Healthcare	251
Retail	365
Manufacturing	108

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,429
	2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.1 min
Drive Alone	86.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in McDonald is $180,900, 36% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$180,900
	36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$882
1 Bedroom	$924
2 Bedrooms	$1,118
3 Bedrooms	$1,445
4 Bedrooms	$1,644

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	83.8%
Housing Units	288
Median Year Built	1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,429
	2% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.90%

In McDonald, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 29.7% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.2%
	25% above US avg
Diabetes	10.5%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	35.3%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	7.1%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.5%
	18% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.7%
Physical Inactivity	23.3%
Depression	29.7%
Mental Distress	20.5%
Physical Distress	13.8%
Short Sleep	39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.7%
Uninsured	11.8%
	37% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.4%
Dental Visits	58.1%
Premature Death	10,765/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.8/10
Exercise Access	78.5%
Healthcare Facilities	251

McDonald has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.6 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	59.6°F
	10% above US avg
January Average	40°F (4°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	57.6 inches
	52% above US avg
Snowfall	1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	40.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	853 ft (260 m)
Area	1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density	371/sq mi
Coordinates	35.1088°N, 84.9853°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	47011

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.9-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.9%

D 20%

Winner: Republican by 58.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	30.3%
	10% below US avg
High School+	95.4%
Graduate Degree+	11.7%
School Test Score	5.08

B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	371/sq mi
Total Area	1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	100.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	251
Restaurants	215
Retail Stores	365

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.1 min
Drive Alone	86.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.1%

McDonald, TN

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Income: McDonald vs U.S.

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

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Air Quality

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2024 Presidential Election (County)

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Urban-Rural Classification

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