Marcellus, NY

New York

Marcellus is a small town in New York with a population of 1,957. Residents earn $74,800 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,957 Population 3,058/sq mi density
$74,800 Median Income $41,911 per capita
$227,600 Home Value
$1,007 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$74,800 median income, 8.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$227,600 home value, $1,007/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,800
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $227,600
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.3%
20% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,007
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.6%
139% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,957
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density3,058/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$74,800
Per Capita$41,911
Unemployment8.6%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$2,064M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$227,600
Rent$1,007
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Elevation672 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.3%
High School+96.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute28 min
EV Stations2
Libraries6

Is Marcellus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marcellus receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Marcellus stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marcellus is $74,800, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marcellus is $227,600, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,007 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Marcellus has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches, including 117.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Marcellus has a population of 1,957 with a density of 3,058 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%).

Population

1,957
Total Population
3,058
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Marcellus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Marcellus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marcellus is $74,800, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Marcellus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,800
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,911
Avg Weekly Wage$1,219
IRS Avg AGI$64,931

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)765
County GDP$2,064M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare52
Retail150
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,548
116% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Marcellus is $227,600, 19% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,007 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$227,600
19% below US avg
Median List Price$150,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$150,000
$/Sq Ft$167
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,007
13% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,548
116% above US avg
Effective Rate3.32%
In Marcellus, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 16.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity16.7%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate80.1%
Premature Death7,640/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities52

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Marcellus has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.5 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall117.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation672 ft (205 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density3,058/sq mi
Coordinates42.9837°N, 76.3405°W
County FIPS36099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 40.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 44.1%

Winner: Republican by 11.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.3%
20% above US avg
High School+96.1%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density3,058/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants83
Retail Stores150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Work from Home10.8%

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