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
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
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 17.3% |
| 40% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,944 |
| County GDP | $6,881M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 260 |
| Healthcare | 250 |
| Retail | 371 |
| Manufacturing | 169 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,316 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.31% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.0 min |
| Work from Home | 6.1% |
The median home value in Marcola is $330,600, 17% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $487,742.
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,316 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.31% |
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
| Obesity | 33.3% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.9% |
| Asthma | 12.5% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.9% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,440/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 250 |
Crime Rates: Marcola vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 24 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
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 Average | 53.4°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 66.6 inches |
| 75% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 3.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 538 ft (164 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 460/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.1751°N, 122.8582°W |
| County FIPS | 41043 |