Marlton, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

Marlton is a small city in Maryland with a population of 10,223. Residents earn $119,486 per year, which is 59% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
10,223 Population 1,724/sq mi density
$119,486 Median Income $57,284 per capita
$398,900 Home Value
$1,857 Median Rent 29.7% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$119,486 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$398,900 home value, $1,857/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $119,486
59% higher than US avg
Home Value $398,900
42% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.1%
22% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,857
60% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,223
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density1,724/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 10%
Veterans12.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$119,486
Per Capita$57,284
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$65,163M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$398,900
Rent$1,857
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden29.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.1%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Elevation161 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.1%
High School+97.0%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 11% / D 86%
Commute41 min
Broadband97.9%
Libraries19

Is Marlton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marlton receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times, high obesity rates. Marlton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marlton is $119,486, which is significantly higher than the national average — 59% above $75,149. This places Marlton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marlton is $398,900, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,857 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Marlton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 15.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Marlton has a population of 10,223 with a density of 1,724 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (83.6%), with 9.8% White, 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

10,223
Total Population
1,724
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
5.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Marlton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.0%
55% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marlton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marlton is $119,486, which is 59% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Marlton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$119,486
59% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,284
Avg Weekly Wage$1,411
IRS Avg AGI$67,994

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,770
County GDP$65,163M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,546
Healthcare2,219
Retail2,225
Manufacturing255

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.5 min
Drive Alone66.5%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home22.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Marlton is $398,900, 42% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,857 (60% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$398,900
42% above US avg
Median List Price$405,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$405,000
$/Sq Ft$211
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio99.7%
Price Drops15.4%
Inventory26

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,857
60% above US avg
Rent Burden29.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,312
1 Bedroom$1,400
2 Bedrooms$1,648
3 Bedrooms$2,123
4 Bedrooms$2,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,553
59% above US avg
Effective Rate1.39%
In Marlton, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.1% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure37.7%
Asthma12.3%
COPD4.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.5%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression15.1%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Checkup Rate79.6%
Premature Death8,436/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.7%
Healthcare Facilities2,219

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Safety Score

Marlton has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall15.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.4 km²)
Population Density1,724/sq mi
Coordinates38.7611°N, 76.7865°W
County FIPS24033
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 41.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 75.2-point margin. 97.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 11.2%
D 86.4%

Winner: Democrat by 75.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.1%
22% above US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score5.85
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,724/sq mi
Total Area5.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.9%
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities2,219
Restaurants1,546
Retail Stores2,225

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)116

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.5 min
Drive Alone66.5%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home22.9%

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