Marquette, MI
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Marquette, MI
At a Glance
How Marquette Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Marquette's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Marquette a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Marquette residents earn a median household income of $55,825 , which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,281. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,762 business establishments, including 184 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Marquette is $254,100 , 10% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $342,508. Median rent is $958/month, with 32.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Marquette reports 188 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 50% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 518/100K.
Education
46.2% of adults in Marquette hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% above the national average). 95.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Marquette has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 19.