Marshall, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Marshall is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 846. Residents earn $53,125 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
846 Population 213/sq mi density
$53,125 Median Income $33,661 per capita
$242,600 Home Value $367,891 Zillow
$543 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$53,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$242,600 home value, $543/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,125
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $242,600
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.4%
17% higher than US avg
Median Rent $543
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

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

People

Population846
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density213/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,125
Per Capita$33,661
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.9%
County GDP$632M
Commute24 min

Housing

A
Home Value$242,600
Rent$543
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$367,891

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Elevation1,933 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.4%
High School+79.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute24 min
Libraries3

Is Marshall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marshall receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Marshall stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marshall is $53,125, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marshall is $242,600, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $543 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 79.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Marshall experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches, including 25.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Marshall has a population of 846 with a density of 213 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

846
Total Population
213
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Marshall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marshall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marshall is $53,125, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Marshall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,125
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,661
Avg Weekly Wage$915
IRS Avg AGI$59,099

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below US avg
Establishments (County)576
County GDP$632M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare41
Retail45
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,111
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Work from Home18.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Marshall is $242,600, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $543 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $367,891.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$242,600
14% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$367,891

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$543
53% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,111
11% below US avg
Effective Rate1.28%
In Marshall, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death11,509/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access88.4%
Healthcare Facilities41

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Marshall has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.6 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall25.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,933 ft (589 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²)
Population Density213/sq mi
Coordinates35.7986°N, 82.6800°W
County FIPS37115
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 39.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 23.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.4%
17% above US avg
High School+79.0%
School Test Score5.46
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density213/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants39
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Work from Home18.3%

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