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Marietta, MS

Mississippi

Marietta is a small town in Mississippi with a population of 159. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
159 Population 89/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $29,019 per capita
$104,200 Home Value $149,659 Zillow
$350 Median Rent 24.0% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,200 home value, $350/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,200
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $350
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population159
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density89/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans2.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$29,019
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$799M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,200
Rent$350
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$149,659
Housing Units77
Rent Burden24.0%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured12.3%
Smoking20.8%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain61.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation344 ft (105 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+87.3%
Graduate+7.8%
School Score4.42

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute33 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries3

Is Marietta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marietta receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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 a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marietta is $104,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $350 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Marietta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Marietta has a population of 159 with a density of 89 people per square mile. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).

Population

159
Total Population
89
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

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 $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Marietta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,019
Avg Weekly Wage$803
IRS Avg AGI$51,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)552
County GDP$799M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare40
Retail92
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,378
32% below US avg
Cost of Living87.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.1 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Marietta is $104,200, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $350 (70% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $149,659.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,200
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$149,659

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$112
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$350
70% below US avg
Rent Burden24.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$751
1 Bedroom$782
2 Bedrooms$924
3 Bedrooms$1,177
4 Bedrooms$1,295

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.6%
Housing Units77
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,378
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.28%
In Marietta, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.3% of residents lack health insurance. 20.8% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 34.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure37.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD9.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.8%
49% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity34.3%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured12.3%
43% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits8.3%
Premature Death13,055/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access56.1%
Healthcare Facilities40
Marietta has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.5 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.5 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation344 ft (105 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density89/sq mi
Coordinates34.5000°N, 88.4726°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28117
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.7%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 66 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+87.3%
Graduate Degree+7.8%
School Test Score4.42
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density89/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants42
Retail Stores92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.1 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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