What are the schools like in Mackey, IN?

Mackey is served primarily by East Gibson School Corporation. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.5:1.

What is the median household income in Mackey?

The median household income in Mackey, IN is N/A according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Mackey, IN?

Mackey has an average high temperature of 39.3°F in January and 85.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 13.9 inches.

Mackey, IN Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Mackey, IN affordable or expensive?

Mackey's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Mackey is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $122,500 and the median rent is $850 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Mackey, IN?

Crime rate data for Mackey is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Mackey, IN a Good Place to Live?

Mackey is a small town of 104 in Indiana, with a median household income of N/A . Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

Strengths: Mackey stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Mackey is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Mackey city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 92.5

Mackey's overall cost of living index is 92.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Mackey costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Mackey, IN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$122,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$850	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	82.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	N/A	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Mackey is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Mackey is served primarily by East Gibson School Corporation. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Mackey, IN	National Avg
School District	East Gibson School Corporation	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	21.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Mackey sees average highs of 39.3°F in January and 85.2°F in July, with 50.8 inches of annual precipitation and 13.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Mackey, IN
Average High — January	39.3°F
Average High — July	85.2°F
Annual Precipitation	50.8"
Annual Snowfall	13.9"

Demographics

Metric	Mackey, IN	National Avg
Population	104	—
Median Age	33.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	19.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	32.7%	22.2%
65 and over	5.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Mackey

Mackey, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

47654

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mackey, IN affordable or expensive?

Mackey's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Mackey roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $122,500 and median rent is $850/month.

What is the crime rate in Mackey, IN?

Crime data for Mackey is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Mackey?

Public schools in Mackey are operated by East Gibson School Corporation. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1. 21.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Mackey, IN a good place to live?

Mackey, IN has a population of 104, a median household income of N/A, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Mackey?

Mackey averages 39.3°F in January and 85.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 50.8 inches with about 13.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Mackey?

Mackey, IN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 47654.

What is the population of Mackey?

The population of Mackey, Indiana is 104 with a median age of 33.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Mackey?

Key numbers for living in Mackey: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $122,500, median household income N/A, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Mackey side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.