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Marietta, MN

Minnesota

Marietta is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 172. Residents earn $34,167 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
172 Population 465/sq mi density
$34,167 Median Income $20,310 per capita
$62,500 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$34,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$62,500 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,167
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $62,500
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.5%
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.7%
236% higher than US avg

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

People

Population172
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density465/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,167
Per Capita$20,310
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty41.7%
County GDP$831M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$62,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units95
Rent Burden24.6%

Health

Obesity34.7%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking15.8%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,117 ft (340 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.5%
High School+93.3%
Graduate+7.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute16 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries4

Is Marietta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marietta receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. 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. Marietta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marietta is $34,167, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 41.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marietta is $62,500, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Marietta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches, including 46.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Marietta has a population of 172 with a density of 465 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

172
Total Population
465
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Marietta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marietta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marietta is $34,167, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Marietta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,167
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,310
Avg Weekly Wage$1,048
IRS Avg AGI$84,966

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate41.7%
236% above US avg
Establishments (County)382
County GDP$831M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare25
Retail40
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.2 min
Drive Alone61.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Marietta is $62,500, 78% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$62,500
78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.4%
Housing Units95
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate6.88%
In Marietta, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep31.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.2%
Dental Visits66.3%
Premature Death5,749/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access58.0%
Healthcare Facilities25
Marietta has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.6 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.6 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall46.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,117 ft (340 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density465/sq mi
Coordinates45.0105°N, 96.4189°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS46051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.4-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 45.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.5%
60% below US avg
High School+93.3%
Graduate Degree+7.4%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density465/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants23
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.2 min
Drive Alone61.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

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