Marcola, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Marcola is a small town in Oregon with a population of 561. Residents earn $78,125 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
561 Population 460/sq mi density
$78,125 Median Income $27,364 per capita
$330,600 Home Value $487,742 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$78,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$330,600 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,125
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $330,600
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.3%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population561
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density460/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,125
Per Capita$27,364
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.3%
County GDP$6,881M
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$330,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$487,742

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain66.6 in/yr
Elevation538 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+92.6%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 36%
Commute21 min
EV Stations1
Libraries9

Is Marcola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marcola receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Marcola offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marcola is $78,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marcola is $330,600, 17% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Marcola experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 66.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Marcola has a population of 561 with a density of 460 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 8.2% Hispanic.

Population

561
Total Population
460
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.7%
Female 33.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Marcola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marcola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marcola is $78,125, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Marcola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,125
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$27,364
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$64,863

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.3%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,944
County GDP$6,881M

Business (County)

Restaurants260
Healthcare250
Retail371
Manufacturing169

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,316
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Marcola is $330,600, 17% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $487,742.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$330,600
17% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$487,742

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,051
1 Bedroom$1,143
2 Bedrooms$1,425
3 Bedrooms$1,963
4 Bedrooms$2,318

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,316
23% above US avg
Effective Rate1.31%
In Marcola, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 15.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma12.5%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity15.9%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.8%
Checkup Rate69.3%
Premature Death8,440/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access79.7%
Healthcare Facilities250

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Marcola has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 66.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.6 inches
75% above US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation538 ft (164 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density460/sq mi
Coordinates44.1751°N, 122.8582°W
County FIPS41043
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 36.2%

Winner: Republican by 24.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score5.14
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density460/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities250
Restaurants260
Retail Stores371

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Work from Home6.1%

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