Cost of Living in Macksburg, OH

With a cost of living index of 58, Macksburg, OH is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 42% cheaper than the national average and 20% below the Ohio state average of 78. Macksburg is a small community of 111 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Macksburg's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $700 (47% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $56,300 (82% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.4x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Macksburg is $39,583, which is 47% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 21% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Macksburg. The area sees an average annual temperature of 54.3°F, with summers averaging 73°F and winters around 34°F. Annual rainfall totals 42.5 inches spread over roughly 144 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.