Marshville, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Marshville is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 2,586. Residents earn $60,784 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,586 Population 1,220/sq mi density
$60,784 Median Income $22,173 per capita
$147,100 Home Value $322,807 Zillow
$1,063 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
353 Violent Crime/100K 4,234 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$60,784 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$147,100 home value, $1,063/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
353 violent crimes/100K (7% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,784
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $147,100
48% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 353/100K
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.3%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,063
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.1%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,586
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density1,220/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 48%

Economy

B
Median Income$60,784
Per Capita$22,173
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty13.1%
County GDP$13,113M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$147,100
Rent$1,063
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$322,807

Crime

F
Violent353/100K
Property4,234/100K
Murder39.2/100K
Assault235/100K
Burglary1,294/100K

Health

Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Elevation544 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.3%
High School+81.6%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute30 min
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Marshville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marshville receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Marshville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marshville is $60,784, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marshville is $147,100, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,063 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Marshville is below the national average at 353 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,234 per 100,000, 116% above the national average.

Education

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Marshville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Marshville has a population of 2,586 with a density of 1,220 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47.9%), with 45.3% Black.

Population

2,586
Total Population
1,220
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Marshville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marshville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marshville is $60,784, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Marshville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,784
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,173
Avg Weekly Wage$1,183
IRS Avg AGI$111,009

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.1%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,848
County GDP$13,113M

Business (County)

Restaurants363
Healthcare413
Retail580
Manufacturing224

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,642
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Marshville is $147,100, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,063 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $322,807.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$147,100
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$322,807
Median List Price$340,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$340,000
$/Sq Ft$175
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops9.1%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,063
9% 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-Occupied56.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,642
33% above US avg
Effective Rate3.16%
In Marshville, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure37.7%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.9%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.6%
Checkup Rate79.6%
Premature Death6,696/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access70.7%
Healthcare Facilities413
Marshville has a violent crime rate of 353 per 100,000 residents, 7% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,234 per 100,000 (116% above US avg). The murder rate is 39.2 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent352.8/100K
7% below US avg
Murder39.2/100K
522% above US avg
Rape39.2/100K
Robbery39.2/100K
Assault235.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,233.6/100K
116% above US avg
Burglary1,293.6/100K
Theft2,744.0/100K
Vehicle Theft196.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Marshville has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.5°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation544 ft (166 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density1,220/sq mi
Coordinates34.9862°N, 80.3690°W
County FIPS37179
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.1%
D 36.8%

Winner: Republican by 25.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.3%
61% below US avg
High School+81.6%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,220/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities413
Restaurants363
Retail Stores580

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Work from Home7.9%

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