Marlboro, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Marlboro is a small town in New York with a population of 3,959. Residents earn $116,549 per year, which is 55% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,959 Population 793/sq mi density
$116,549 Median Income $61,651 per capita
$352,200 Home Value $445,802 Zillow
$1,666 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$116,549 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$352,200 home value, $1,666/mo rent
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $116,549
55% higher than US avg
Home Value $352,200
25% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.7%
39% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,666
43% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.1%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,959
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density793/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A+
Median Income$116,549
Per Capita$61,651
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$20,302M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$352,200
Rent$1,666
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$445,802

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain41.9 in/yr

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.7%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 53%
Commute29 min
Libraries25

Is Marlboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marlboro receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Marlboro stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marlboro is $116,549, which is significantly higher than the national average — 55% above $75,149. This places Marlboro among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marlboro is $352,200, 25% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,666 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Marlboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Marlboro has a population of 3,959 with a density of 793 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.8%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

3,959
Total Population
793
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Marlboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.5%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.5%
44% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marlboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marlboro is $116,549, which is 55% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Marlboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$116,549
55% above US avg
Per Capita Income$61,651
Avg Weekly Wage$1,364
IRS Avg AGI$98,164

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,032
County GDP$20,302M

Business (County)

Restaurants828
Healthcare840
Retail1,059
Manufacturing198

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,438
198% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Marlboro is $352,200, 25% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,666 (43% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $445,802.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$352,200
25% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$445,802
Median List Price$389,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$389,950
$/Sq Ft$172
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio98.0%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,666
43% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,438
198% above US avg
Effective Rate2.96%
In Marlboro, 29.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.0% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.1%
9% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression20.0%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate79.0%
Premature Death6,546/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access76.4%
Healthcare Facilities840

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Marlboro has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.9 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²)
Population Density793/sq mi
Coordinates41.6038°N, 73.9772°W
County FIPS36027
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 46.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.3%
D 52.7%

Winner: Democrat by 5.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.7%
39% above US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density793/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities840
Restaurants828
Retail Stores1,059

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Work from Home12.3%

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