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Marquand, MO

Missouri

Marquand is a small town in Missouri with a population of 189. Residents earn $44,844 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
189 Population 788/sq mi density
$44,844 Median Income $25,017 per capita
$107,300 Home Value $199,548 Zillow
$530 Median Rent 42.5% income on rent
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$44,844 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,300 home value, $530/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,844
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $530
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population189
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density788/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,844
Per Capita$25,017
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty11.8%
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,300
Rent$530
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,548
Housing Units98
Rent Burden42.5%

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured11.1%
Smoking21.4%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation584 ft (178 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+74.0%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute31 min
Broadband73.0%

Is Marquand a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marquand receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Marquand offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marquand is $44,844, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marquand is $107,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $530 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Marquand has a population of 189 with a density of 788 people per square mile. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.3%), with 21.2% Hispanic.

Population

189
Total Population
788
People / sq mi
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.1%
Female 33.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Marquand vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Marquand vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marquand is $44,844, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Marquand vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,844
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,017

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.1 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Marquand is $107,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $530 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,548.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,300
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,548

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$530
54% below US avg
Rent Burden42.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.4%
Housing Units98
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

In Marquand, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.1% of residents lack health insurance. 21.4% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.4%
53% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity32.2%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.9%
Uninsured11.1%
29% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits53.7%

Food & Exercise

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+74.0%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density788/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.1 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.9%

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