Median Income
$73,000
3% lower than US avg
Home Value
$200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$620
47% lower than US avg
Unemployment
4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.2%
18% lower than US avg
How Maria Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,760
Median Age53.2 yrs
Density75/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Economy
B+
Median Income$73,000
Per Capita$48,280
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty10.2%
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$620
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units1,165
Rent Burden7.8%
Climate
Avg TempN/A
AQIN/A
Elevation23 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+15.6%
Graduate+4.9%
Is Maria a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Maria receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Maria offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Maria is $73,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Maria is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $620 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 15.6% have completed high school.
Maria has a population of 2,760 with a density of 75 people per square mile. The median age is 53.2 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).
Population
2,760
Total Population
2021 Census
53.2yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 3.3% |
| 96% below US avg |
| Spanish | 94.8% |
| 607% above US avg |
| Other Languages | 2% |
The median household income in Maria is $73,000, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $73,000 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $48,280 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.2% |
| 18% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 90.7% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 13.5% |
The median home value in Maria is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $620 (47% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $200,000 |
| 29% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $620 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 7.8% |
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 73.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 26.6% |
| Housing Units | 1,165 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Maria vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Maria vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 36.6 sq mi (94.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 75/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.1749°N, 65.9860°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |