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Marble Rock, IA

Iowa

Marble Rock is a small town in Iowa with a population of 199. Residents earn $65,938 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
199 Population 240/sq mi density
$65,938 Median Income $39,427 per capita
$59,300 Home Value $156,034 Zillow
$592 Median Rent 23.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$65,938 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,300 home value, $592/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,938
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,300
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.3%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $592
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population199
Median Age55.1 yrs
Density240/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans12.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,938
Per Capita$39,427
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$705M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,300
Rent$592
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$156,034
Housing Units142
Rent Burden23.0%

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking17.9%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.3%
High School+92.8%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute32 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries8

Is Marble Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marble Rock receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Marble Rock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marble Rock is $65,938, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marble Rock is $59,300, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $592 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Marble Rock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Marble Rock has a population of 199 with a density of 240 people per square mile. The median age is 55.1 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).

Population

199
Total Population
240
People / sq mi
55.1yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Marble Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.2%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.8%
42% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marble Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marble Rock is $65,938, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Marble Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,938
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,427
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$72,290

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)424
County GDP$705M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare28
Retail44
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,327
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Marble Rock is $59,300, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $592 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $156,034.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,300
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$156,034

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$592
49% below US avg
Rent Burden23.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.7%
Housing Units142
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,327
5% below US avg
Effective Rate5.61%
In Marble Rock, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep32.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.1%
Dental Visits61.8%
Premature Death5,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities28
Marble Rock has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.4 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,004 ft (306 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density240/sq mi
Coordinates42.9646°N, 92.8678°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.4-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 26.7%

Winner: Republican by 45.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.3%
90% below US avg
High School+92.8%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.73
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density240/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants19
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

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