Marshall, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Marshall is a small city in Michigan with a population of 6,797. Residents earn $75,220 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
6,797 Population 874/sq mi density
$75,220 Median Income $47,802 per capita
$169,800 Home Value $233,853 Zillow
$933 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
256 Violent Crime/100K 1,366 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$75,220 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$169,800 home value, $933/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
256 violent crimes/100K (33% below avg)
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,220
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,800
40% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 256/100K
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.8%
24% higher than US avg
Median Rent $933
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,797
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density874/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,220
Per Capita$47,802
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$7,448M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,800
Rent$933
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$233,853

Crime

F
Violent256/100K
Property1,366/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault128/100K
Burglary213/100K

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Elevation903 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.8%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute21 min
EV Stations13
Libraries10

Is Marshall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marshall receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Marshall offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marshall is $75,220, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marshall is $169,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $933 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Marshall is below the national average at 256 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,366 per 100,000, 30% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Marshall experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Marshall has a population of 6,797 with a density of 874 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

6,797
Total Population
874
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
7.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Marshall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marshall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marshall is $75,220, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Marshall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,220
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,802
Avg Weekly Wage$1,170
IRS Avg AGI$68,805

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,107
County GDP$7,448M

Business (County)

Restaurants224
Healthcare234
Retail311
Manufacturing104

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,244
50% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Marshall is $169,800, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $933 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $233,853.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,800
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$233,853
Median List Price$258,250

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$258,250
$/Sq Ft$162
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio97.3%
Price Drops17.2%
Inventory29

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$933
20% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,244
50% above US avg
Effective Rate3.09%
In Marshall, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death7,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access75.0%
Healthcare Facilities234
Marshall has a violent crime rate of 256 per 100,000 residents, 33% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,366 per 100,000 (30% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent256.1/100K
33% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape99.6/100K
Robbery28.5/100K
Assault128.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,366.0/100K
30% below US avg
Burglary213.4/100K
Theft1,138.3/100K
Vehicle Theft14.2/100K
Arson14.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Marshall has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation903 ft (275 m)
Area7.8 sq mi (20.2 km²)
Population Density874/sq mi
Coordinates42.2626°N, 84.9587°W
County FIPS26045
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 41.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.8%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 3.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.8%
24% above US avg
High School+95.2%
School Test Score5.23
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density874/sq mi
Total Area7.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations13
Alt Fuel Stations13
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities234
Restaurants224
Retail Stores311

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Work from Home9.7%

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