Median Income
$74,583
1% lower than US avg
Home Value
$90,500
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.5%
88% lower than US avg
How McFarland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population356
Median Age27.3 yrs
Density1,978/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A+
Median Income$74,583
Per Capita$30,942
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$1,591M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$90,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Elevation1,018 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute19 min
Libraries5
Is McFarland a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, McFarland 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. McFarland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in McFarland is $74,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in McFarland is $90,500, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
McFarland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
McFarland has a population of 356 with a density of 1,978 people per square mile. The median age is 27.3 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 3.4% Hispanic.
Population
27.3yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
McFarland vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.3% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
McFarland vs U.S. Average
The median household income in McFarland is $74,583, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income: McFarland vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $74,583 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,942 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $989 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,037 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.5% |
| 88% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 747 |
| County GDP | $1,591M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 50 |
| Healthcare | 64 |
| Retail | 86 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,316 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.77% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
The median home value in McFarland is $90,500, 68% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $90,500 |
| 68% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $99 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 0.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $702 |
| 1 Bedroom | $753 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $947 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,223 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,397 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,316 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.77% |
In McFarland, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: McFarland vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.1% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.7% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.4% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 70.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.8% |
| Premature Death | 7,314/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 64 |
Crime Rates: McFarland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
McFarland has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 54.5°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.7 inches |
| 9% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 16.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,018 ft (310 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,978/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.0547°N, 96.2380°W |
| County FIPS | 20149 |