Marble, MN

Minnesota

Marble is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 588. Residents earn $54,688 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
588 Population 135/sq mi density
$54,688 Median Income $28,643 per capita
$102,700 Home Value $128,970 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$54,688 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,700 home value, $725/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,688
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,700
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

How Marble Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population588
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density135/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,688
Per Capita$28,643
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$2,579M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,700
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$128,970
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.4 in/yr
Elevation1,322 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+96.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute22 min
Libraries6

Is Marble a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marble receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Marble offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marble is $54,688, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marble is $102,700, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Marble has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.4 inches, including 59.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Marble has a population of 588 with a density of 135 people per square mile. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%), with 4.4% Hispanic, 2.7% Black.

Population

588
Total Population
135
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Marble vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marble vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marble is $54,688, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Marble vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,688
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,643
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$70,727

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,352
County GDP$2,579M

Business (County)

Restaurants107
Healthcare170
Retail178
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,534
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Marble is $102,700, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $128,970.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,700
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$128,970

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$131
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,534
30% above US avg
Effective Rate4.41%
In Marble, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Marble vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death9,838/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities170

Crime Rates: Marble vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Marble has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.4 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall59.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,322 ft (403 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density135/sq mi
Coordinates47.3318°N, 93.2900°W
County FIPS27061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.1%

Winner: Republican by 20.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+96.4%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density135/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants107
Retail Stores178

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Work from Home4.8%

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