Economy & Jobs — Macon, North Carolina
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $58,750 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$90,600 |
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| Per Capita Income | $29,082 |
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| Poverty Rate | 10.6% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 9.1% |
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| In Labor Force | 44 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Finance Insurance | 31.0% |
| Education Healthcare | 21.4% |
| Professional | 11.9% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Full Service Restaurants | 10 |
| Gas Stations | 8 |
| General Merchandise | 8 |
| Fast Food | 8 |
| Real Estate Offices | 6 |
| Liquor Stores | 5 |
| Grocery Stores | 4 |
| Insurance Agencies | 4 |
| Child Day Care | 4 |
| Auto Repair | 3 |
| Coffee Shops | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
