Marietta, OH
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Marietta, OH
At a Glance
How Marietta Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Marietta's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Marietta a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Marietta residents earn a median household income of $45,986 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,455. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,656 business establishments, including 134 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Marietta is $145,700 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $193,922. Median rent is $828/month, with 32.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 92.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1958.
Safety & Crime
Marietta reports 108 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 72% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,123/100K.
Education
28.6% of adults in Marietta hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below the national average). 90.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Marietta has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.