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Marianna, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Marianna is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 538. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
538 Population 274/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $23,270 per capita
$83,400 Home Value $81,454 Zillow
$993 Median Rent 14.7% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,400 home value, $993/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,400
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $993
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.8%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population538
Median Age24.1 yrs
Density274/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$23,270
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$18,672M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,400
Rent$993
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$81,454
Housing Units206
Rent Burden14.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation932 ft (284 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+97.1%
Graduate+0.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute35 min
Broadband95.1%
Libraries14

Is Marianna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marianna receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Marianna offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marianna is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marianna is $83,400, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $993 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Marianna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 31.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Marianna has a population of 538 with a density of 274 people per square mile. The median age is 24.1 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.8%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 4.5% Black.

Population

538
Total Population
274
People / sq mi
24.1yrs
Median Age
38% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Marianna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marianna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marianna is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Marianna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,270
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$102,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.8%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,697
County GDP$18,672M

Business (County)

Restaurants436
Healthcare711
Retail630
Manufacturing226

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.6 min
Drive Alone97.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Marianna is $83,400, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $993 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $81,454.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,400
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$81,454

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$993
15% below US avg
Rent Burden14.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.5%
Housing Units206
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,523
86% above US avg
Effective Rate7.82%
Marianna has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall31.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation932 ft (284 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density274/sq mi
Coordinates40.0128°N, 80.1121°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42125
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin. 95.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+97.1%
Graduate Degree+0.4%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density274/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.1%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities711
Restaurants436
Retail Stores630

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.6 min
Drive Alone97.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Nearby Cities

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