Median Income $43,000

43% lower than US avg

Home Value $187,500

33% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.4%

78% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.9%

24% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 27.3%

120% higher than US avg

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

People

Population39

Median Age38.1 yrs

Density260/mi²

Male / Female46% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans27.0%

Economy

C+

Median Income$43,000

Per Capita$18,874

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty27.3%

County GDP$4,152M

Commute26 min

Housing

Home Value$187,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units25

Health

Obesity39.9%

Uninsured10.8%

Smoking18.0%

Depression27.5%

Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain52.2 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation237 ft (72 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.4%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%

Commute26 min

Broadband16.0%

Libraries6

Is Marie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marie receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Marie has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marie is $43,000, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 27.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marie is $187,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Marie enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Marie has a population of 39 with a density of 260 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 2.6% Black.

Population

Total Population

260

People / sq mi

38.1yrs

Median Age

2% below US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%

Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Marie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marie is $43,000, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Marie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$43,000
	43% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$18,874
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,396
IRS Avg AGI	$56,492

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	27.3%
	120% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,019
County GDP	$4,152M

Business (County)

Restaurants	88
Healthcare	106
Retail	137
Manufacturing	48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,533
	56% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	0.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.0 min
Drive Alone	68.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	31.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Marie is $187,500, 33% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$187,500
	33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$700
1 Bedroom	$751
2 Bedrooms	$944
3 Bedrooms	$1,239
4 Bedrooms	$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	75.0%
Housing Units	25
Median Year Built	1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,533
	56% below US avg
Effective Rate	0.82%

In Marie, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.8% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 27.5% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.9%
	24% above US avg
Diabetes	9.1%
Heart Disease	4.9%
High Blood Pressure	33.3%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	7.1%
Cancer	5.1%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.0%
	29% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.0%
Physical Inactivity	27.6%
Depression	27.5%
Mental Distress	20.6%
Physical Distress	13.9%
Short Sleep	39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.0%
Uninsured	10.8%
	26% above US avg
Checkup Rate	69.1%
Dental Visits	47.6%
Premature Death	18,348/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.1/10
Exercise Access	73.9%
Healthcare Facilities	106

Marie has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.2 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	61.6°F
	14% above US avg
January Average	39°F (4°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	52.2 inches
	37% above US avg
Snowfall	1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	237 ft (72 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density	260/sq mi
Coordinates	35.6129°N, 90.0830°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	05093

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.6-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%

D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 31.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	7.4%
	78% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.91

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	260/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	16.0%
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	106
Restaurants	88
Retail Stores	137

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.0 min
Drive Alone	68.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	31.6%

Marie, AR

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Marie a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Marie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Marie vs U.S. Average

Income: Marie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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