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Marietta, TX

Texas · Morris County

Marietta is a small town in Texas with a population of 220. Residents earn $36,667 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
220 Population 379/sq mi density
$36,667 Median Income $15,199 per capita
$152,100 Home Value
63°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$36,667 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$152,100 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,667
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $152,100
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 42.2%
240% higher than US avg

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

People

Population220
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density379/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans81.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$36,667
Per Capita$15,199
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty42.2%
County GDP$869M
Commute18 min

Housing

A
Home Value$152,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units71
Rent Burden27.4%

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured17.7%
Smoking21.6%
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain52.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation351 ft (107 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+59.7%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute18 min
Broadband52.0%
Libraries2

Is Marietta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marietta receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Marietta has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marietta is $36,667, 51% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 42.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marietta is $152,100, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Marietta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Marietta has a population of 220 with a density of 379 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.6%), with 9.1% Black.

Population

220
Total Population
379
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.6%
Female 31.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Marietta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.0%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.0%
42% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Marietta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marietta is $36,667, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 42.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Marietta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,667
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,199
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$51,714

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate42.2%
240% above US avg
Establishments (County)235
County GDP$869M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare13
Retail35
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,525
1% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Drive Alone52.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Marietta is $152,100, 46% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,100
46% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.2%
Housing Units71
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,525
1% above US avg
Effective Rate2.32%
In Marietta, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.7% of residents lack health insurance. 21.6% are current smokers. 27.6% report depression. 32.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma11.6%
COPD9.9%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.6%
54% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity32.6%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress17.1%
Short Sleep42.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.8%
Uninsured17.7%
106% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,010
Dentists1:2,417
Mental Health1:3,017
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits46.7%
Premature Death13,733/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access4.8%
Healthcare Facilities13
Marietta has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.8 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.8 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation351 ft (107 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density379/sq mi
Coordinates33.1735°N, 94.5425°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyMorris County County
County FIPS48343
Marietta is located in Morris County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.2-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 51.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+59.7%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density379/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountyMorris County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants15
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Drive Alone52.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.1%

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