Marblehead, MA
Full City Profile · Massachusetts · Essex County County
Marblehead, MA
At a Glance
How Marblehead Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Marblehead's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Marblehead a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Marblehead residents earn a median household income of $165,859 , which is 121% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $94,232. The unemployment rate stands at 1.9% (47% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 28,628 business establishments, including 1,878 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Marblehead is $906,200 , 221% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $1,053,887. Median rent is $1,769/month, with 29.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 105.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1946.
Safety & Crime
Marblehead reports 145 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 62% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 576/100K.
Education
76.9% of adults in Marblehead hold a bachelor's degree or higher (128% above the national average). 99.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Marblehead has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.