Marlow, OK

Oklahoma

Marlow is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 4,423. Residents earn $53,932 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
4,423 Population 627/sq mi density
$53,932 Median Income $27,408 per capita
$115,100 Home Value $119,256 Zillow
$800 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
151 Violent Crime/100K 2,373 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$53,932 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,100 home value, $800/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
151 violent crimes/100K (60% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,932
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,100
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 151/100K
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.7%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,423
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density627/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,932
Per Capita$27,408
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty12.7%
County GDP$2,927M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,100
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$119,256

Crime

F
Violent151/100K
Property2,373/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault108/100K
Burglary475/100K

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Elevation1,292 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+87.6%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute21 min
Libraries3

Is Marlow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marlow receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Marlow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marlow is $53,932, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marlow is $115,100, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Marlow is below the national average at 151 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,373 per 100,000, 21% above the national average.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Marlow enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Marlow has a population of 4,423 with a density of 627 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86%), with 8% Hispanic.

Population

4,423
Total Population
627
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
7.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Marlow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marlow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marlow is $53,932, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Marlow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,932
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,408
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015
IRS Avg AGI$67,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.7%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,198
County GDP$2,927M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare133
Retail187
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,919
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Marlow is $115,100, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $119,256.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,100
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$119,256
Median List Price$292,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$292,000
$/Sq Ft$103
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio87.4%
Price Drops18.2%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$744
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$995
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,501

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,919
17% below US avg
Effective Rate2.54%
In Marlow, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death10,562/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities133
Marlow has a violent crime rate of 151 per 100,000 residents, 60% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,373 per 100,000 (21% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent151.0/100K
60% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery43.1/100K
Assault107.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,372.7/100K
21% above US avg
Burglary474.6/100K
Theft1,790.3/100K
Vehicle Theft107.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Marlow has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,292 ft (394 m)
Area7.1 sq mi (18.3 km²)
Population Density627/sq mi
Coordinates34.6311°N, 97.9567°W
County FIPS40137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 63.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+87.6%
School Test Score5.08
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density627/sq mi
Total Area7.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants77
Retail Stores187

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Work from Home4.1%

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