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Marblehead, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Marblehead is a small town in Ohio with a population of 957. Residents earn $100,250 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
957 Population 302/sq mi density
$100,250 Median Income $55,123 per capita
$333,800 Home Value $431,707 Zillow
$932 Median Rent 30.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$100,250 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$333,800 home value, $932/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,250
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $333,800
18% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.4%
23% higher than US avg
Median Rent $932
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population957
Median Age55.8 yrs
Density302/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans9.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,250
Per Capita$55,123
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$5,356M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$333,800
Rent$932
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$431,707
Housing Units1,092
Rent Burden30.5%

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking11.7%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation603 ft (184 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.4%
High School+96.6%
Graduate+18.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute24 min
Broadband90.9%
Libraries6

Is Marblehead a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marblehead receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Marblehead stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marblehead is $100,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Marblehead among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 1.1% 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 Marblehead is $333,800, 18% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $932 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Marblehead experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Marblehead has a population of 957 with a density of 302 people per square mile. The median age is 55.8 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

957
Total Population
302
People / sq mi
55.8yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Marblehead vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marblehead vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marblehead is $100,250, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Marblehead vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,250
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,123
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$66,569

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,074
County GDP$5,356M

Business (County)

Restaurants278
Healthcare223
Retail296
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,868
68% above US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Marblehead is $333,800, 18% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $932 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $431,707.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$333,800
18% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$431,707
Median List Price$607,449

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$607,449
$/Sq Ft$383
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio93.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory23

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$932
20% below US avg
Rent Burden30.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.9%
Housing Units1,092
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,868
68% above US avg
Effective Rate1.76%
In Marblehead, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 11.7% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,291
Dentists1:1,620
Mental Health1:354
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits67.8%
Premature Death10,181/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.4%
Healthcare Facilities223
Marblehead has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation603 ft (184 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density302/sq mi
Coordinates41.5349°N, 82.7240°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39043
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 41.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.1-point margin. 90.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 14.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.4%
23% above US avg
High School+96.6%
Graduate Degree+18.3%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density302/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.9%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities223
Restaurants278
Retail Stores296

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home7.2%

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