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Marissa, IL

Illinois · Randolph County

Marissa is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,133. Residents earn $48,393 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,133 Population 157/sq mi density
$48,393 Median Income $29,798 per capita
$87,000 Home Value $113,790 Zillow
$572 Median Rent 41.8% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
719 Violent Crime/100K 2,435 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$48,393 median income, 12.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,000 home value, $572/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
719 violent crimes/100K (89% above avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $48,393
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,000
69% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 719/100K
89% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $572
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.1%
236% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.4%
8% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,133
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density157/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans10.4%

Economy

C
Median Income$48,393
Per Capita$29,798
Unemployment12.1%
Poverty13.4%
County GDP$2,023M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,000
Rent$572
Ownership72.6%
Zillow$113,790
Housing Units789
Rent Burden41.8%

Crime

F
Violent719/100K
Property2,435/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault664/100K
Burglary498/100K

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking15.7%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation421 ft (128 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+95.2%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score4.96

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute28 min
Broadband80.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries8

Is Marissa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marissa receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Marissa has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marissa is $48,393, 36% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.1%, unemployment is notably high. 13.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marissa is $87,000, 69% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $572 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.

Safety & Crime

With 719 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,435 per 100,000, 24% above the national average.

Education

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Marissa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Marissa has a population of 1,133 with a density of 157 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (84.3%), with 2.7% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.7% of residents. 10.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 21.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,133
Total Population
157
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
7.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Marissa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marissa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marissa is $48,393, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,798 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,070, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 596 business establishments, including 76 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 10.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Marissa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,393
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,798
Avg Weekly Wage$1,070
IRS Avg AGI$66,068
Gini Index0.403 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.1%
236% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.4%
8% above US avg
Establishments (County)596
County GDP$2,023M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare68
Retail94
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,703
6% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone69.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Marissa is $87,000, 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $113,790, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 94.2% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $572 (51% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $854 for a one-bedroom to $1,063 for a two-bedroom apartment. 72.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 789 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1960. The average annual property tax is $3,703. 41.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,000
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$113,790
Median List Price$110,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$110,000
$/Sq Ft$59
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio94.2%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$572
51% below US avg
Rent Burden41.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.6%
Owner-Occupied72.6%
Renter-Occupied27.4%
Housing Units789
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,703
6% above US avg
Effective Rate4.26%
In Marissa, 36.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 31.9% have high blood pressure. 15.7% are current smokers. 21.4% report binge drinking. 22.5% are physically inactive. 25.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.3% experience frequent mental distress. 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,153. The dentist ratio is 1:2,148. 65.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,153
Dentists1:2,148
Mental Health1:634
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits63.5%
Premature Death8,769/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities68
Marissa has a violent crime rate of 719 per 100,000 residents, 89% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 664.1 per 100,000, robbery at 55.3, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,435 per 100,000, 24% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,494, burglary at 498, vehicle theft at 443 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 8 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Marissa receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent719.4/100K
89% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery55.3/100K
Assault664.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,435.0/100K
24% above US avg
Burglary498.1/100K
Theft1,494.2/100K
Vehicle Theft442.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Marissa experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. The area receives 10.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 421 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation421 ft (128 m)
Area7.2 sq mi (18.7 km²)
Population Density157/sq mi
Coordinates38.2497°N, 89.7714°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyRandolph County County
Nearest AirportFarmington Regional (FAM)
46 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.6"
20% above US avg
Snowfall 10.6"
Wettest Month (May) 4.25"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.17"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0498 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)7.6 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score78.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability55.8 / 100
Community Resilience80.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

63 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Sep 19, 2024.

Sep 26, 1990 4 km SE of Chaffee, Missouri M4.8 123 km
Feb 5, 1994 2 km WNW of Dongola, Illinois M4.2 111 km
Jun 7, 2011 18 km NNW of Potosi, Missouri M3.9 101 km
Jan 2, 2006 3 km NNE of Eldorado, Illinois M3.6 127 km
May 1, 2016 5 km SE of New Grand Chain, Illinois M3.5 134 km
Mar 2, 1990 9 km NW of Vernon, Illinois M3.4 85 km
May 30, 2015 4 km ENE of Geff, Illinois M3.4 126 km
Aug 27, 1993 5 km SSE of Olympian Village, Missouri M3.3 61 km
May 2, 2003 10 km ENE of Thompsonville, Illinois M3.2 102 km
Apr 6, 1994 2 km NE of Tamaroa, Illinois M3.2 50 km
Jan 29, 1993 7 km WNW of Brownstown, Illinois M3.2 108 km
Oct 24, 1990 5 km ENE of Woodlawn, Illinois M3.2 71 km
Dec 27, 1992 2 km E of Pocahontas, Missouri M3.2 84 km
Jul 1, 2017 9 km SSE of Mulberry Grove, Illinois M3.1 82 km
Jan 23, 1991 3 km WSW of Logan, Illinois M3.1 86 km
Mar 12, 2002 6 km S of Marble Hill, Missouri M3.1 112 km
Jun 27, 2005 6 km E of Grand Tower, Illinois M3.0 75 km
Feb 28, 1994 5 km NW of Harrison, Illinois M3.0 58 km
Mar 1, 2006 2 km N of Buncombe, Illinois M3.0 109 km
Sep 5, 2004 3 km WNW of Saint Peter, Illinois M2.9 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

647 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 85 fatalities, 1,568 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Dec 18, 1957 EF5 49 km 1
Feb 28, 2017 EF4 62 km 1
Nov 17, 2013 EF4 34 km 2
Apr 22, 2011 EF4 83 km 0
Sep 22, 2006 EF4 64 km 0
May 29, 1982 EF4 75 km 10
Apr 3, 1981 EF4 61 km 0
Jun 22, 1969 EF4 89 km 4
Jan 24, 1967 EF4 83 km 3
Feb 10, 1959 EF4 79 km 21
Dec 18, 1957 EF4 66 km 11
Dec 18, 1957 EF4 61 km 1
May 26, 2024 EF3 100 km 0
Dec 10, 2021 EF3 62 km 6
Oct 24, 2021 EF3 96 km 0
Oct 24, 2021 EF3 82 km 0
May 31, 2013 EF3 70 km 0
May 31, 2013 EF3 98 km 0
Dec 31, 2010 EF3 67 km 1
Mar 11, 2006 EF3 51 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

15 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: RED SHALE UNIT RX (2,123 ac, 2021).

Year Name Acres Distance
2021 RED SHALE UNIT RX 2,123 88 km
2024 RED SHALE RX 1,259 88 km
2019 KINKAID RX 1,215 57 km
2022 KINKAID STATE FISH AND WILDLIFE AREA RX 1,115 57 km
2021 STATE OF ILLINOIS TRACT RX 1,011 48 km
2021 MILL CREEK RX 898 84 km
2024 HAMPTON NORTH RX 807 86 km
2005 UNNAMED 741 82 km
2018 UNNAMED 729 55 km
1995 UNNAMED 724 82 km
2024 HERRIN FLATS RX 713 90 km
2020 UNNAMED 687 55 km
2024 HAMPTON RX 628 88 km
2022 BLOWDOWN 16 RX 553 59 km
2019 PINE HILLS RX 542 85 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 35°F (1°C) 2.5 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.8 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in
May 65°F (18°C) 4.3 in Wettest
June 74°F (23°C) 3.7 in
July 77°F (25°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 76°F (25°C) 3.2 in
September 69°F (21°C) 3.3 in
October 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in
December 35°F (2°C) 3.1 in

Marissa has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 31°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and January the driest (2.2").

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Marissa is located in Randolph County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 13.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 61% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 74.1% of the vote, a 50-point margin. 80.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 68 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 69.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 50 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+95.2%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score4.96
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density157/sq mi
Total Area7.2 sq mi
CountyRandolph County County

Services

Broadband Access80.3%
Avg Download Speed87.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed8.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities68
Restaurants76
Retail Stores94

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone69.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%
Average costs for common services in Marissa. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $250 ($150–$400)
Specialist Visit $350 ($200–$550)
Urgent Care Visit $200 ($100–$350)
Emergency Room Visit $2,200 ($800–$5,000)
Dental Cleaning $130 ($75–$200)
Dental Filling $250 ($150–$400)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $45 ($25–$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $75 ($50–$120)
Brake Pad Replacement $300 ($150–$500)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$75)
New Tires (Set of 4) $600 ($400–$1,000)
Battery Replacement $200 ($100–$350)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $100 ($60–$150)
Electrician (Per Hour) $90 ($50–$140)
HVAC Repair $400 ($150–$800)
HVAC System Install $7,000 ($4,000–$12,000)
Roof Repair $1,000 ($400–$2,000)
Roof Replacement $9,000 ($5,500–$15,000)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,500 ($500–$3,500)
Divorce (Contested) $15,000 ($5,000–$30,000)
DUI Defense $5,000 ($2,000–$10,000)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,500 ($800–$3,000)
Will Preparation $500 ($200–$1,000)
Trust Preparation $2,500 ($1,000–$5,000)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut $55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full) $150 ($75–$250)
Manicure $25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour) $80 ($50–$130)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.10 ($3.00–$5.50)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.50 ($2.50–$5.00)
Loaf of Bread $3.80 ($2.50–$5.50)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.50 ($3.00–$6.50)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.50 ($4.00–$7.50)
Rice (per lb) $1.00 ($0.60–$1.80)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $140 ($80–$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $70 ($30–$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $70 ($40–$120)
Internet (Monthly) $70 ($40–$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $65 ($30–$100)
Cable TV (Monthly) $85 ($50–$150)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $200 ($75–$500)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,000 ($1,200–$3,500)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $70 ($30–$130)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.00–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $100 ($30–$250)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$75)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,200 ($600–$2,500)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,000 ($500–$2,000)
After-School Care (Monthly) $400 ($200–$700)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,000 ($400–$2,500)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,500 ($5,000–$30,000)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $60 ($30–$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $100 ($50–$200)
Dog Grooming $60 ($30–$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter $300 ($150–$500)
Cat Spay/Neuter $200 ($100–$400)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$999
Toddler$1,003
Preschool$888
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$541
Preschool$542
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Randolph County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 2,418 29 $55,175 2.58
Retail Trade 1,423 74 $40,531 1.25
Accommodation & Food Services 936 69 $18,611 0.90
Construction 471 71 $64,068 0.79
Other Services 404 64 $56,107 1.18
Wholesale Trade 326 19 $71,255 0.73
Finance & Insurance 288 36 $60,029 0.62
Arts & Entertainment 97 9 $18,841 0.51
Information & Technology 49 7 $55,650 0.23
Real Estate 46 13 $54,915 0.26

Schools in Marissa

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Marissa Elem School Elementary 275 24 11.5:1
Marissa Jr & Sr High School High 260 21 12.4:1
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Radio Stations near Marissa

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
90.7 FM KWMU-1 MP3 64 kbps
90.7 FM KWMU-2 jazz MP3 128 kbps
Organlive - Organ Music classical, organ MP3 320 kbps
Lutheran Public Radio - Collinsville, IL christian, classical AAC 128 kbps
Organlive MP3 320 kbps
STL Smooth Jazz rnb, smooth jazz AAC+ 64 kbps
The Big 550 KTRS news, talk AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near Marissa

7 campgrounds found near Marissa.

NameRatingSitesPrice
DAM EAST SPILLWAY (DAY USE) 5.0/5 1 $30
Dam West Campground 4.6/5 108 $20–$60
Dam East - McNair Campground 4.5/5 47 $20–$125
DAM WEST DAY USE 4.0/5 2 $30
KEYESPORT REC. AREA 2.0/5 1 $30
DAM EAST REC. AREA (DAY USE) $30
DAM WEST SPILLWAY 1 $30

National Parks Near Marissa

26 national parks and monuments found near Marissa.

ParkTypeFee
Beaver Dam State Park State Park Free
Blue Bird Park State Park Free
Cahokia Mounds State Historical Site State Park Free
Castlewood State Park State Park Free
Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park State Park Free
Edward "ted" And Pat Jones-confluence Point State Park State Park Free
Elephant Rocks State Park State Park Free
Fort De Chartres State Park State Park Free
Frank Holten State Park State Park Free
Gateway Arch National Park National Park $19
Hawn State Park State Park Free
Horshoe Lake State Park State Park Free
Lake Murphysboro State Park State Park Free
Pere Marquette State Park State Park Free
Pool No. 26 - Stump Lake State Park Free
Prairie du Rocher Precinct State Park Free
Pyramid State Recreation Area State Park Free
Route 66 State Park State Park Free
Saint Francois State Park State Park Free
Saint Joe State Park State Park Free
Sam A. Baker State Park State Park Free
Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Taum Sauk Mountain State Park State Park Free
Trail Of Tears State Park State Park Free
Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Washington State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Marissa

18 trails found near Marissa.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
KINKAID LAKE TRAIL 14.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
GUM RIDGE 3.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WATERFALL 3.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
KINKAID LAKE NORTH 2.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
DEER RUN TRAIL 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
390A 1.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KINKAID LAKE TRAIL 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
390A 0.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
390A 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BUTTERMILK TRAIL 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
392 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KINKAID LAKE NORTH SPUR 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
393 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WATERING HOLE (JOHNSON CREEK) 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SHORELINE 0.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
KINKAID WILDLIFE LOOP 0.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
390A 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
399 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Marissa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
HERITAGE HOUSE AND MUSEUM OF OKAWVILLEHISTORIC PRESERVATION6182435535$26,599
MASCOUTAH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6185662567$20,359
RED BUD AREA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$5,773
FREEBURG HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6185395771
MASCOUTAH HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6185669774
MISSELHORN FOUNDATION AND ART GALLERYART MUSEUM6184435668
NEW ATHENS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
POOS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6182435694
RANDOLPH COUNTY GENEALOGOCAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SMITHTON HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Marissa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MASCOUTAH PUBLIC LIBRARY3 WEST CHURCH STREET0.056,420
SPARTA PUBLIC LIBRARY211 WEST BROADWAY STREET0.043,600
FREEBURG AREA LIBRARY DISTRICT407 SOUTH BELLEVILLE STREET0.030,504
SMITHTON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT109 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.028,566
STEELEVILLE AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT625 SOUTH SPARTA STREET0.015,925
MARISSA AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT212 NORTH MAIN STREET0.012,636
NEW ATHENS DISTRICT LIBRARY201 NORTH VAN BUREN STREET0.011,024
RED BUD PUBLIC LIBRARY925 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.08,900
CENTRAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT701 SOUTH OAK STREET #A0.04,890
TILDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY540 PINE STREET0.03,822
COULTERVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY103 SOUTH FOURTH STREET0.03,502
CUTLER PUBLIC LIBRARY409 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.01,103
EVANSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY602 PUBLIC STREET0.0873

Farmers Markets in Marissa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mascoutah Farmers Market 100 block of railwayVisit
Okawville Farmers Market110 E Walnut St04/05/2016 to 09/27/2016Tue: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Steeleville Farmers Market107 West Broadway

Restaurants in Marissa

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tiff's Café

Gas Stations in Marissa

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey's
Zx

Banks in Marissa

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

First National Bank of Waterloo

Breweries in Marissa

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Kaskaskia Brewing CoRestaurants, Brewers, Bar & Grills105 E Market St6182822555Visit

Ski Resorts Near Marissa

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kirkwood 65.0 15 2,987 $85 November - April Yes

Pharmacies in Marissa

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
MARISSA DISCOUNT PHARMACY 700 EAST LYONS STREET 618-295-2317
SHAW'S PHARMACY 219 NORTH MAIN STREET 618-295-2241

Cell Towers in Marissa

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
316 WEST MARISSA STREET (78857)LTOWER98
7183 WALSH RD.TOWER87
7183 WALSH RD.TOWER87
7 North Fountain Land (78852)LTOWER86
7 North Fountain Land (78852)LTOWER86
1901 LEO GROSS DRIVE (78854)LTOWER76
1901 LEO GROSS DRIVE (78854)LTOWER76
213 W. POPLAR STREET (78853)LTOWER76
213 W. POPLAR STREET (78853)LTOWER76
560 A WHITE OAK MINE RD.TOWER60
560 A WHITE OAK MINE RD.TOWER60
14994 Hen House Road (93392)LTOWER60
14994 Hen House Road (93392)LTOWER60
4.5 KM SE OF RED BUDTOWER59
4.5 KM SE OF RED BUDTOWER59

Fire Stations in Marissa

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Marissa Fire Protection District200 W North Railroad STVolunteer618-295-2138

Power Plants Near Marissa

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
PRAIRIE STATE GENERATING STATIONCONVENTIONAL STEAM COAL221112-89.7OP

Bridges in Marissa

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous2014223,350G
SlabConcrete1928262,050F
SlabConcrete continuous1992991,550G
CulvertConcrete1992351,550G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1969236750P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199652375F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198670325F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198662325F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1962178250P
Channel BeamConcrete197270250F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198070225G

Superfund Sites Near Marissa

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
SPARTAN PRINTING320 SOUTH DICKEY STREETRANDOLPH

Airports Near Marissa

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
St. Louis Lambert International AirportSTLLarge Airport
Scott AFB/Midamerica AirportBLVMedium Airport
Southern Illinois AirportMDHMedium Airport
St Louis Regional AirportALNMedium Airport
A Paul Vance Fredericktown Regional AirportSmall Airport
Adams Private AirportSmall Airport
Aero Estates AirportSmall Airport
Aire Parque AirportSmall Airport
Arnold UltralightportSmall Airport
Ben Emge AirportSmall Airport
Bickel AirportSmall Airport
Brammeier AirportSmall Airport
Centralia Municipal AirportENLSmall Airport
Compton AirportSmall Airport
Creve Coeur AirportSmall Airport
Dale Curten Farm AirportSmall Airport
Duclos RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Dury Estates AirportSmall Airport
Farmington Regional AirportFAMSmall Airport
Fischer's RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Flight Park Inc AirportSmall Airport
Furfaro Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Greenville AirportGRESmall Airport
Hammock FieldSmall Airport
Hemmer RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Hepp AirportSmall Airport
Herschel Hunter AirportSmall Airport
Highland-Winet AirportSmall Airport
Joseph Scott AirportSmall Airport
King AirportSmall Airport
Lakeside AirportSmall Airport
Lambert AirportSmall Airport
Lindauer AirportSmall Airport
Lone Eagle Landing AirportSmall Airport
Mueller AirportSmall Airport
Panther FieldSmall Airport
Perryville Regional AirportSmall Airport
Pinckneyville Du Quoin AirportSmall Airport
Prairie AirportSmall Airport
Ralph Jacobs AirportSmall Airport
Rendleman AirportSmall Airport
Riverveiw AirportSmall Airport
Sackman FieldSmall Airport
Sainte Genevieve Flying Club AirportSmall Airport
Schaller AirportSmall Airport
Schumaier Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Shubert AirportSmall Airport
Silver Creek GliderportSmall Airport
Smith AirfieldSmall Airport
Smith Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport

Police Stations in Marissa

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Mascoutah Police Department3 West Main Street
Sparta Police Department112 West Jackson Street

Grocery Stores in Marissa

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Casey's General Store 1986Convenience Store943 N Main St
DOLLAR GENERAL 2078Other405 E Lyons St

Post Offices in Marissa

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United States Postal Service114 North Main Street

Treatment Centers in Marissa

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
ComWellBoth618-443-3045
ComWellBoth618-243-2091

DOL Wage Violations in Marissa

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $14,908 in back wages owed to 1 employees.

1
Violations
$14,908
Back Wages Owed
1
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
PRAIRIE STATE GENERATING COMPANY, LLC [OSHA] Prairie State Generating Company, LLC 62257 Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation 1 $14,908 $14,908 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Marissa

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHRIST CARE MINISTRY11337 EIFF RD
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH501 N MAIN ST
MARISSA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH201 N HAMILTON ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Marissa

What is the population of Marissa?

Marissa has a population of 1,133 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 157 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Marissa expensive to live in?

Marissa has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $48,393, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $87,000 (69% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $572 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Marissa safe?

Public safety is a concern in Marissa, with a violent crime rate of 719 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,435 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Marissa receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Marissa?

Marissa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.6 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Marissa?

The job market in Marissa faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.1% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,070. There are 596 business establishments in the area, including 76 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 10.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Marissa?

The median home value in Marissa is $87,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $113,790. For renters, the median monthly rent is $572. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 72.6%. The average annual property tax is $3,703.

How are the schools in Marissa?

Schools in Marissa score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.2% of adults in Marissa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Marissa?

The obesity rate in Marissa is 36.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.7% of adults are smokers. 22.5% are physically inactive. 25.0% of residents report depression. 7.4% lack health insurance. 65.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,153.

What is transportation like in Marissa?

The average commute in Marissa is 28 minutes. 69.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Marissa?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Marissa is 84.3% White, 2.7% Hispanic or Latino. 98.7% of residents speak only English at home. 10.4% of the population are military veterans. 21.9% of residents have a disability. 92.5% have health insurance coverage.

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