Marietta, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Marietta is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,827. Residents earn $56,204 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,827 Population 3,769/sq mi density
$56,204 Median Income $37,836 per capita
$206,700 Home Value $305,937 Zillow
$900 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
307 Violent Crime/100K 1,610 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,204 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$206,700 home value, $900/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
307 violent crimes/100K (19% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,204
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $206,700
27% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 307/100K
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,827
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density3,769/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,204
Per Capita$37,836
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$206,700
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$305,937

Crime

F
Violent307/100K
Property1,610/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault307/100K
Burglary537/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Elevation265 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+91.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute27 min
Libraries17

Is Marietta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marietta receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include 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 $56,204, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marietta is $206,700, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Marietta is below the national average at 307 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,610 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Marietta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 29.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Marietta has a population of 2,827 with a density of 3,769 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 4.2% Black.

Population

2,827
Total Population
3,769
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Marietta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marietta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marietta is $56,204, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Marietta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,204
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,836
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,605
County GDP$39,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,279
Retail1,900
Manufacturing1,012

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Marietta is $206,700, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $305,937.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$206,700
27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$305,937
Median List Price$274,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$274,900
$/Sq Ft$141
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio102.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,513

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Rate3.06%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Premature Death6,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Marietta has a violent crime rate of 307 per 100,000 residents, 19% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,610 per 100,000 (18% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Marietta vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent306.8/100K
19% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault306.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,610.4/100K
18% below US avg
Burglary536.8/100K
Theft1,073.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson76.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Marietta has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall29.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation265 ft (81 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density3,769/sq mi
Coordinates40.0570°N, 76.5517°W
County FIPS42071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.1%
31% below US avg
High School+91.2%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,769/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Work from Home11.8%

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