Macksburg, Iowa Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Macksburg, Iowa had a total population of 56, the 932nd largest city in Iowa, with a median household income of $33,125, which is 56% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 56% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 9.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 16.2% is notably above the national average.
Macksburg Quick Facts
How Macksburg Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 54 | 56 | +3.7% |
| Median household income | $31,538 | $33,125 | +5.0% |
| Median home value | $92,500 | $94,500 | +2.2% |
How Macksburg Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 31 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Macksburg Rankings in Iowa
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Other Cities in Madison County
Cities Similar to Macksburg
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toeterville | 56 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 71.4% |
| Swan | 55 | N/A | N/A | 17.8% | 10.9% |
| Downey | 59 | N/A | N/A | 18.6% | 0.0% |
| Randalia | 60 | N/A | $64,000 | 21.6% | 21.7% |
| Hayesville | 52 | N/A | $69,000 | 11.4% | 32.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 56, Macksburg's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Macksburg is a small community located in Iowa, within Madison County. The total population is 56. It ranks as the 932nd most populous out of 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa.
Age Demographics
The median age in Macksburg is 44.0 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Macksburg is $33,125. This is 56% lower than the state median of $75,059. It is also 59% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.7%. This is 3% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.1%. The unemployment rate is 16.2%. This is 353% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $94,500. Housing costs are 55% lower than the state median of $208,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Macksburg is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Macksburg was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
9.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 70% lower than the state rate of 31.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Macksburg, Iowa 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 Iowa state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,017 Census-designated places in Iowa. 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 Macksburg, Iowa?
Macksburg, Iowa has a population of 56 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Macksburg, IA?
The median household income in Macksburg is $33,125, which is 59% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Macksburg, IA?
The poverty rate in Macksburg is 10.7%. This means approximately 6 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Macksburg, Iowa?
Macksburg's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Macksburg, IA?
The median home value in Macksburg is $94,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.
How educated is Macksburg, Iowa?
9.5% of adults (25+) in Macksburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.