Marcus Hook, PA
Full City Profile · Pennsylvania · Delaware County County
Marcus Hook, PA
At a Glance
How Marcus Hook Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Marcus Hook's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Marcus Hook a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Marcus Hook residents earn a median household income of $50,952 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,839. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6% (28% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 14,424 business establishments, including 1,170 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Marcus Hook is $108,000 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $331,238. Median rent is $1,155/month, with 31.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1942.
Safety & Crime
Marcus Hook reports 289 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 24% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,278/100K.
Education
5.8% of adults in Marcus Hook hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below the national average). 90.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Marcus Hook has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.