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Marquette, WI

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Marquette is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 248. Residents earn $58,125 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
248 Population 653/sq mi density
$58,125 Median Income $53,758 per capita
$202,800 Home Value $221,324 Zillow
$889 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$58,125 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$202,800 home value, $889/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,125
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $202,800
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $889
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.1%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population248
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density653/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,125
Per Capita$53,758
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$588M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$202,800
Rent$889
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$221,324
Housing Units170
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity41.4%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking18.5%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation838 ft (255 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+87.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.38

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute42 min
Broadband75.2%
Libraries6

Is Marquette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marquette receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, 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 $58,125, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marquette is $202,800, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $889 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Marquette experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches, including 45.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Marquette has a population of 248 with a density of 653 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

248
Total Population
653
People / sq mi
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Marquette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marquette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marquette is $58,125, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Marquette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,125
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$53,758
Avg Weekly Wage$893
IRS Avg AGI$66,461

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)396
County GDP$588M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare22
Retail40
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,156
47% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.6 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Marquette is $202,800, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $889 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,324.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$202,800
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$221,324

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$889
24% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,247
4 Bedrooms$1,385

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.6%
Housing Units170
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,156
47% above US avg
Effective Rate2.54%
In Marquette, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.5%
32% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.5%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,264
Dentists1:3,945
Mental Health1:1,218
Checkup Rate73.7%
Dental Visits60.0%
Premature Death10,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access29.2%
Healthcare Facilities22
Marquette has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall45.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation838 ft (255 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density653/sq mi
Coordinates43.7464°N, 89.1384°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.7-point margin. 75.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%
D 34.6%

Winner: Republican by 29.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.0%
88% below US avg
High School+87.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.38
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density653/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants43
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.6 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%

Nearby Cities

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