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Macclenny, Florida Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Macclenny, Florida had a total population of 7,748, the 387th largest city in Florida, with a median household income of $73,942, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 9.5%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Macclenny Quick Facts

Population 7,748
Median Household Income $73,942
Median Home Value $261,800
Poverty Rate 9.5%
Unemployment Rate 7.1%
Median Age 36.3 years
Homeownership Rate 76.5%
Affordability Ratio 3.5x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.9%
High School Graduation Rate 83.2%
Diversity Index 50/100
Population 7,748 387th of 955
Median Income $73,942 average
Poverty Rate 9.5% 23% lower than national
Median Home Value $261,800 below average

How Macclenny Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population7,5587,748+2.5%
Median household income$63,640$73,942+16.2%
Median home value$227,500$261,800+15.1%

How Macclenny Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.3%
$25K-$50K 16.5%
$50K-$100K 35.6%
$100K+ 39.6%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.3%
$10K-$15K
2.5%
$15K-$20K
0.8%
$20K-$25K
1.7%
$25K-$30K
1.8%
$30K-$35K
2.9%
$35K-$40K
2.7%
$40K-$45K
2.1%
$45K-$50K
7.0%
$50K-$60K
12.3%
$60K-$75K
13.6%
$75K-$100K
9.7%
$100K-$125K
16.0%
$125K-$150K
10.1%
$150K-$200K
5.5%
$200K+
8.1%

Employment

7.1% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8%|National: 5.2%
59.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 76.5%
Renter 23.5%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.5x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,384/mo 22.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

50out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Macclenny Rankings in Florida

#387 Population of 955
#419 Median Income of 911
#628 Education of 955
#604 Home Value of 901

Other Cities in Baker County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Glen St. Mary 612 $59,167 28.3% $301,900

Cities Similar to Macclenny

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Port LaBelle7,923$75,231$230,40015.5%11.9%
Sky Lake8,116$70,203$280,40012.1%12.5%
Loughman7,591$66,273$336,00022.1%10.3%
Dade City8,152$70,107$240,80026.3%11.2%
Indian River Estates7,685$64,063$280,40020.6%20.6%

Population Overview

Macclenny is a small city located in Florida, within Baker County. The total population is 7,748. It ranks as the 387th most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.

Age Demographics

The median age in Macclenny is 36.3 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 42.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Macclenny is $73,942. This is about the same as the state median of $74,568. It is also 8% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.5%. This is 24% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 7.1%. This is 47% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $261,800. Housing costs are 27% lower than the state median of $359,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 76.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 67.6%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Macclenny is White (non-Hispanic), making up 67.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 21.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (7.3%) is well below the state average of 27.4%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

20.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% lower than the state rate of 34.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 83.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Macclenny, Florida is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Florida state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 955 Census-designated places in Florida. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Macclenny, Florida?

Macclenny, Florida has a population of 7,748 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Macclenny, FL?

The median household income in Macclenny is $73,942, which is 8% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Macclenny, FL?

The poverty rate in Macclenny is 9.5%. This means approximately 693 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Macclenny, Florida?

Macclenny's population is 67.2% White, 21.2% Black, 7.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Macclenny, FL?

The median home value in Macclenny is $261,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Macclenny, Florida?

20.9% of adults (25+) in Macclenny hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.