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Marlin, PA

Pennsylvania

Marlin is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 307. Residents earn $148,390 per year, which is 97% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
307 Population 2,362/sq mi density
$148,390 Median Income $57,035 per capita
$159,500 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$148,390 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,500 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $148,390
97% higher than US avg
Home Value $159,500
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population307
Median Age26.3 yrs
Density2,362/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$148,390
Per Capita$57,035
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,492M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units146
Rent Burden25.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation738 ft (225 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute27 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries14

Is Marlin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marlin receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Marlin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marlin is $148,390, which is significantly higher than the national average — 97% above $75,149. This places Marlin among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marlin is $159,500, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Marlin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches, including 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Marlin has a population of 307 with a density of 2,362 people per square mile. The median age is 26.3 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

307
Total Population
2,362
People / sq mi
26.3yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Marlin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marlin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marlin is $148,390, which is 97% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Marlin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$148,390
97% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,035
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$65,391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,961
County GDP$6,492M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare347
Retail449
Manufacturing163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Marlin is $159,500, 43% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,500
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units146
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Effective Rate3.38%
Marlin has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall48.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation738 ft (225 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density2,362/sq mi
Coordinates40.6790°N, 76.2440°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,362/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities347
Restaurants248
Retail Stores449

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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