Marlborough, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $47,011

37% lower than US avg

Home Value $187,900

33% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 32.2%

4% lower than US avg

Median Rent $956

18% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.6%

5% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.7%

25% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.2%

82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,366

Median Age31.7 yrs

Density10,287/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 79%

Veterans3.3%

Economy

B+

Median Income$47,011

Per Capita$37,194

Unemployment2.7%

Poverty2.2%

Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$187,900

Rent$956

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$229,528

Housing Units1,704

Rent Burden26.9%

Health

Obesity30.6%

Uninsured7.3%

Smoking14.2%

Depression24.7%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain45.6 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation541 ft (165 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+32.2%

High School+98.6%

Graduate+10.4%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute25 min

Broadband96.4%

Is Marlborough a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marlborough receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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 below-average incomes. Marlborough offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marlborough is $47,011, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marlborough is $187,900, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $956 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

32.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Marlborough enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°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 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Marlborough has a population of 2,366 with a density of 10,287 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 31.7 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. The city is predominantly White (79.4%), with 6.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97% of residents. 3.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 89.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,366

Total Population

10,287

People / sq mi

31.7yrs

Median Age

19% below US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%

Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Marlborough vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.0%
	24% above US avg
Spanish	3.0%
	78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marlborough vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marlborough is $47,011, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,194. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 8.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Marlborough vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$47,011
	37% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$37,194

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.7%
	25% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.2%
	82% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.1 min
Drive Alone	81.5%
Public Transit	6.6%
Work from Home	8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Marlborough is $187,900, 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $229,528, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $956 (18% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 1,704 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1968. 26.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$187,900
	33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$229,528

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$956
	18% below US avg
Rent Burden	26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	9.9%
Housing Units	1,704
Median Year Built	1968

Property Tax

In Marlborough, 30.6% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 31.5% have high blood pressure. 14.2% are current smokers. 18.9% report binge drinking. 23.9% are physically inactive. 24.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.6% experience frequent mental distress. 7.3% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.6%
	5% below US avg
Diabetes	9.3%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	31.5%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	5.7%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.2%
	1% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.9%
Physical Inactivity	23.9%
Depression	24.7%
Mental Distress	17.6%
Physical Distress	12.0%
Short Sleep	34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.7%
Uninsured	7.3%
	15% below US avg
Checkup Rate	76.2%
Dental Visits	63.1%

Food & Exercise

Marlborough enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°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 7.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 541 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	58.2°F
	8% above US avg
January Average	38°F (3°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	45.6 inches
	20% above US avg
Snowfall	7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	541 ft (165 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density	10,287/sq mi
Coordinates	38.5703°N, 90.3371°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	38°F (3°C)	2.0 in	Driest
February	35°F (2°C)	2.2 in
March	45°F (7°C)	3.6 in
April	56°F (13°C)	3.7 in
May	66°F (19°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
June	74°F (23°C)	3.6 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.2 in
September	69°F (21°C)	3.2 in
October	58°F (14°C)	2.8 in
November	46°F (8°C)	3.5 in
December	34°F (1°C)	3.0 in	Coldest

Marlborough has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 34°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.0").

32.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. 10.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 96.4% of households have broadband internet access. 81.5% of workers drive alone to work, while 6.6% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	32.2%
	4% below US avg
High School+	98.6%
Graduate Degree+	10.4%
School Test Score	5.51

B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	10,287/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	96.4%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.1 min
Drive Alone	81.5%
Public Transit	6.6%
Work from Home	8.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Marlborough

What is the population of Marlborough?

Marlborough has a population of 2,366 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 10,287 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Marlborough expensive to live in?

Marlborough is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $47,011, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $187,900 (33% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $956 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Marlborough?

Marlborough enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°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 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Marlborough?

The job market in Marlborough is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 8.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Marlborough?

The median home value in Marlborough is $187,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $229,528. For renters, the median monthly rent is $956. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Marlborough?

Schools in Marlborough score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 32.2% of adults in Marlborough hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. 10.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Marlborough?

The obesity rate in Marlborough is 30.6% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.2% of adults are smokers. 23.9% are physically inactive. 24.7% of residents report depression. 7.3% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Marlborough?

The average commute in Marlborough is 25 minutes. 81.5% of workers drive alone to work, 6.6% use public transit, and 8.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Marlborough?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Marlborough is 79.4% White, 6.6% Black or African American. 97% of residents speak only English at home. 3.3% of the population are military veterans. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 89.7% have health insurance coverage.

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