Median Income
$57,917
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$33,900
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
38.5%
210% higher than US avg
How Marshall Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population294
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density459/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
D
Median Income$57,917
Per Capita$28,280
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty38.5%
County GDP$3,896M
Commute35 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$33,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation1,052 ft
Education
A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+82.4%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute35 min
Libraries1
Is Marshall a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Marshall receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. 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 $57,917, 23% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 38.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Marshall is $33,900, 88% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Marshall enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Marshall has a population of 294 with a density of 459 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%), with 3.1% Hispanic.
Population
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Marshall is $57,917, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 38.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,917 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,280 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $968 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,251 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.8% |
| 172% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 38.5% |
| 210% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,757 |
| County GDP | $3,896M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 135 |
| Healthcare | 195 |
| Retail | 252 |
| Manufacturing | 45 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,454 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 10.19% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Marshall is $33,900, 88% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $33,900 |
| 88% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $767 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $937 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,219 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,241 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,454 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 10.19% |
In Marshall, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Marshall vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.2% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.7% |
| Depression | 25.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 79.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,681/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 195 |
Crime Rates: Marshall vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Marshall has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 59.6°F |
| 10% above US avg |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,052 ft (321 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 459/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.1497°N, 97.6232°W |
| County FIPS | 40047 |