Marlboro, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Marlboro is a small town in Ohio with a population of 211. Residents earn $74,063 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
211 Population 491/sq mi density
$74,063 Median Income $39,829 per capita
$189,200 Home Value
$1,105 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$74,063 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$189,200 home value, $1,105/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,063
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $189,200
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,105
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population211
Median Age63.2 yrs
Density491/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$74,063
Per Capita$39,829
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$23,156M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$189,200
Rent$1,105
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units103
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking17.3%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,167 ft (356 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+84.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute26 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries26

Is Marlboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marlboro receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Marlboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marlboro is $74,063, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marlboro is $189,200, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,105 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Marlboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches, including 47.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Marlboro has a population of 211 with a density of 491 people per square mile. The median age is 63.2 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

211
Total Population
491
People / sq mi
63.2yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Marlboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marlboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marlboro is $74,063, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Marlboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,063
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,829
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$69,908

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,494
County GDP$23,156M

Business (County)

Restaurants795
Healthcare1,021
Retail1,180
Manufacturing464

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,911
69% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone72.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Marlboro is $189,200, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,105 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,200
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,105
5% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.3%
Housing Units103
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,911
69% above US avg
Effective Rate3.12%
In Marlboro, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits62.1%
Premature Death9,698/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access73.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,021
Marlboro has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.6 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall47.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,167 ft (356 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density491/sq mi
Coordinates40.9506°N, 81.2169°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39151
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.9-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.6%

Winner: Republican by 21.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+84.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density491/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries26
Healthcare Facilities1,021
Restaurants795
Retail Stores1,180

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)29

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone72.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

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