Marlin, TX Community

4 discussions from residents and visitors

Lucas Moore Sep 13, 2025

Job market in Marlin for tech?

I grew up here but left for a while. The median home value here is around $49,800, which is actually reasonable. The unemployment rate is 7.0%, which is concerning. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a...

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Lucas Moore Jul 10, 2025

Marlin in the winter -how bad?

Anyone else feel this way? We're a young couple and Median household income is $38,000, which feels on the lower side for the area. With a population of 5,500, Marlin is a small town. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What neighborhoods would you suggest? I'd say it's better for families ...

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Lucas Moore Jun 13, 2025

Working remotely from Marlin

OK so I'm a 48-year-old mechanic and You can expect to pay around $739 for rent here.

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Elijah Jackson Mar 22, 2025

Best hidden gems in Marlin

Hey everyone, Crime rate is something to consider -Marlin sits at 362.6 per 100K.

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