Marine, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Marine is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,181. Residents earn $76,304 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,181 Population 1,663/sq mi density
$76,304 Median Income $31,785 per capita
$165,100 Home Value $248,772 Zillow
$880 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,304 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,100 home value, $880/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,304
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $165,100
41% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $880
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,181
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density1,663/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,304
Per Capita$31,785
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$16,575M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,100
Rent$880
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$248,772

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,803/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary1,379/100K

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation523 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+96.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute22 min
Libraries19

Is Marine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marine receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Marine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marine is $76,304, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marine is $165,100, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $880 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Marine is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,803 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Marine enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Marine has a population of 1,181 with a density of 1,663 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.6%).

Population

1,181
Total Population
1,663
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Marine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Marine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marine is $76,304, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Marine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,304
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,785
Avg Weekly Wage$1,099
IRS Avg AGI$77,601

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,398
County GDP$16,575M

Business (County)

Restaurants627
Healthcare682
Retail741
Manufacturing169

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,460
85% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Marine is $165,100, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $880 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $248,772.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,100
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$248,772
Median List Price$200,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$200,000
$/Sq Ft$83
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$880
24% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,460
85% above US avg
Effective Rate3.91%
In Marine, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 16.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity16.6%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death9,159/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access87.6%
Healthcare Facilities682
Marine has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,803 per 100,000 (8% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,802.8/100K
8% below US avg
Burglary1,378.6/100K
Theft424.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Marine has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall11.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation523 ft (159 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density1,663/sq mi
Coordinates38.7865°N, 89.7786°W
County FIPS17119
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.1%
43% below US avg
High School+96.1%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,663/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities682
Restaurants627
Retail Stores741

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Work from Home10.2%

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