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Macon, MO

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Population
5,532
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
873 ft
Median Home Value
$151,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$680/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$61,642
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in MissouriPopulation rankingHighest population places in MissouriNearest larger communityKirksville, Missouri32 miles away · 17,863 residents.

About Macon

Macon is a city and the county seat of Macon County, Missouri, situated at the intersection of U.S. Routes 36 and 63. Historically the site of the Western Baptist Bible College established in 1892, the community of approximately 5,466 is served by the Macon County R-One School District for public education locally.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1rating

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