Mackay, Idaho
Quick Statistics
Mackay is a community in Custer County, Idaho, home to about 602 people spread across 0.9 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $20,000 a year, and a typical home is worth about $279,500. About 31.7% of adults hold a college degree, and 87.9% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 16 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Idaho towns GeoStat tracks, Mackay ranks number 132 of 232 in population, number 196 in median household income, number 102 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Mackay typically top out near 87°F in July, while January nights average about 11°F. The area sees roughly 18 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Lost River, ID | 15.5 mi. | 55 |
| 2. | Moore, ID | 17.3 mi. | 228 |
| 3. | Arco, ID | 24.8 mi. | 850 |
| 4. | Butte City, ID | 28.1 mi. | 95 |
| 5. | Sun Valley, ID | 39.3 mi. | 1,460 |
| 6. | Ketchum, ID | 40.9 mi. | 3,594 |
| 7. | Hailey, ID | 44.0 mi. | 9,665 |
| 8. | Bellevue, ID | 44.4 mi. | 2,588 |
What is the population of Mackay, Idaho?
Mackay has a population of about 602 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Mackay, Idaho in?
Mackay is located in Custer County, Idaho.
What is the median home value in Mackay, Idaho?
The median home value in Mackay is about $279,500, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Mackay, Idaho?
The median personal income in Mackay is about $20,000 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Mackay, Idaho?
Since 1950, 2 tornadoes have been recorded in Custer County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Mackay, Idaho?
Typical July highs run about 87 degrees and January lows about 11 degrees, with around 18 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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