Median Income
$48,393
36% lower than US avg
Home Value
$87,000
69% lower 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%
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
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$113,790
Health
Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation421 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute28 min
Libraries8
Is Marissa a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Marissa receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Marissa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
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.
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 5.3/10.
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. 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. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.3%), with 2.7% Hispanic.
Population
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Marissa is $48,393, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
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 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.1% |
| 236% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.4% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 596 |
| County GDP | $2,023M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Healthcare | 68 |
| Retail | 94 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,703 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.26% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.8 min |
| Work from Home | 10.5% |
The median home value in Marissa is $87,000, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $572 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $113,790.
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 Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.2% |
| Price Drops | 20.0% |
| Inventory | 10 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $572 |
| 51% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,703 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.26% |
In Marissa, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Marissa vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.2% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.5% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,769/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 68 |
Crime Rates: Marissa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Marissa has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 55.1°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.6 inches |
| 20% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 10.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 421 ft (128 m) |
| Area | 7.2 sq mi (18.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 157/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.2497°N, 89.7714°W |
| County FIPS | 17157 |