Macks Creek, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Macks Creek, Missouri had a total population of 290, the 646th largest community in Missouri. The poverty rate is 25.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (25.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 8.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Macks Creek Quick Facts
How Macks Creek 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 | 280 | 290 | +3.6% |
| Median home value | $225,000 | $275,000 | +22.2% |
How Macks Creek 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: 40 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Macks Creek Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Camden County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Osage Beach | 4,905 | $55,994 | 12.8% | $355,200 |
| Camdenton | 4,023 | $54,375 | 15.3% | $175,500 |
| Lake Ozark | 2,335 | $74,176 | 18.6% | $278,100 |
| Village of Four Seasons | 2,252 | $89,635 | 10.9% | $365,400 |
| Laurie | 965 | $50,114 | 20.0% | $187,200 |
| Sunrise Beach | 413 | $55,625 | 9.0% | $207,100 |
| Stoutland | 243 | $42,083 | 27.0% | $78,800 |
| Linn Creek | 188 | $64,375 | 35.1% | $228,600 |
| Montreal | 114 | N/A | 64.9% | N/A |
| Climax Springs | 7 | N/A | 14.3% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Macks Creek
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jane | 292 | $46,250 | $214,300 | 13.4% | 23.6% |
| Bellerive Acres | 288 | $138,438 | $329,300 | 70.5% | 1.4% |
| Risco | 288 | $48,000 | $62,300 | 4.2% | 25.4% |
| Amazonia | 286 | $79,500 | $82,700 | 3.7% | 4.9% |
| Augusta | 285 | $103,750 | $362,500 | 35.8% | 2.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 290, Macks Creek'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
Macks Creek is a small community located in Missouri, within Camden County. The total population is 290. It ranks as the 646th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Macks Creek is 50.9 years. This is 31% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 11.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 25.9%. This is 106% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Macks Creek, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $275,000. Housing costs are 19% higher than the state median of $230,300. 80.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Macks Creek 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
8.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% lower than the state rate of 32.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 88.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Macks Creek, Missouri 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 Missouri state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri. 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 Macks Creek, Missouri?
Macks Creek, Missouri has a population of 290 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Macks Creek, MO?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Macks Creek — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Macks Creek, MO?
The poverty rate in Macks Creek is 25.9%. This means approximately 75 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Macks Creek, Missouri?
Macks Creek's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Macks Creek, MO?
The median home value in Macks Creek is $275,000.
How educated is Macks Creek, Missouri?
8.5% of adults (25+) in Macks Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.