Median Income
$49,571
34% lower than US avg
Home Value
$153,600
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Malden Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population298
Median Age70.9 yrs
Density2,483/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans8.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$49,571
Per Capita$33,027
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$14,448M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$153,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.2 in/yr
Elevation601 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+84.0%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute24 min
Broadband85.1%
Libraries13
Is Malden a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Malden receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Malden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Malden is $49,571, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Malden is $153,600, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Malden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches, including 31.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Malden has a population of 298 with a density of 2,483 people per square mile. The median age is 70.9 years, 82% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 6.7% Hispanic.
Population
70.9yrs
Median Age
82% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Malden is $49,571, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,571 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,027 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,192 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,301 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.8% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,860 |
| County GDP | $14,448M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 428 |
| Healthcare | 645 |
| Retail | 626 |
| Manufacturing | 94 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,391 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.21% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 14.8% |
The median home value in Malden is $153,600, 46% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $153,600 |
| 46% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,391 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.21% |
In Malden, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.6% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Malden vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.8% |
| Asthma | 12.5% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.4% |
| Depression | 32.6% |
| Mental Distress | 24.1% |
| Physical Distress | 15.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.7% |
| Premature Death | 14,979/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 645 |
Crime Rates: Malden vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
Safety Score
Malden has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 56.2°F |
| 4% above US avg |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.2 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 31.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 601 ft (183 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,483/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3008°N, 81.5580°W |
| County FIPS | 54039 |