Marquette, NE

Nebraska · Metropolitan Area

Marquette is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 257. Residents earn $62,083 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
257 Population 1,224/sq mi density
$62,083 Median Income $24,378 per capita
$107,700 Home Value $349,811 Zillow
$1,021 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$62,083 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,700 home value, $1,021/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,083
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,700
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,021
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population257
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density1,224/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,083
Per Capita$24,378
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$554M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,700
Rent$1,021
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$349,811

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.5 in/yr
Elevation1,820 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+84.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute31 min
Libraries3

Is Marquette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marquette receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Marquette offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marquette is $62,083, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 12.2% 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 Marquette is $107,700, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,021 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Marquette experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.5 inches, including 28.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Marquette has a population of 257 with a density of 1,224 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%), with 3.5% Hispanic.

Population

257
Total Population
1,224
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Marquette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marquette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marquette is $62,083, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Marquette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,083
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,378
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$74,323

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)275
County GDP$554M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare18
Retail27
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Marquette is $107,700, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,021 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $349,811.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,700
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$349,811

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,021
12% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate3.99%
In Marquette, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death8,240/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access51.2%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Marquette has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.5 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall28.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,820 ft (555 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,224/sq mi
Coordinates41.0063°N, 98.0098°W
County FIPS31121
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.8%
D 16.8%

Winner: Republican by 65 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+84.8%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,224/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants10
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Work from Home7.6%

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