Median Income
$36,761
51% lower than US avg
Home Value
$69,000
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$694
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.4%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.6%
15% lower than US avg
How Marston Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population439
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density396/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 49%
Veterans9.6%
Economy
B+
Median Income$36,761
Per Capita$20,957
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.6%
Commute46 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$69,000
Rent$694
Ownership41.7%
Zillow$69,376
Rent Burden28.1%
Health
Obesity45.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease7.7%
Education
F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+75.8%
School Score5.51
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute46 min
Broadband84.0%
Is Marston a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Marston receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Marston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Marston is $36,761, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Marston is $69,000, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $694 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Marston has a population of 439 with a density of 396 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 (48.5%), with 6.4% Hispanic, 38.7% Black.
Population
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.1% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.9% |
| 78% below US avg |
The median household income in Marston is $36,761, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $36,761 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,957 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.6% |
| 15% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 45.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 94.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Marston is $69,000, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $694 (40% below US avg). 41.7% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $69,376.
Home Values
| Census Median | $69,000 |
| 76% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $69,376 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $694 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 28.1% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $732 |
| 1 Bedroom | $775 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $970 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,265 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,457 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 41.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 41.7% |
Property Tax
In Marston, 45.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 41.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Marston vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.4% |
| 41% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.6% |
| Heart Disease | 7.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.0% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 11.2% |
| Stroke | 4.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 41.1% |
| Depression | 27.7% |
| Mental Distress | 22.7% |
| Physical Distress | 18.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Marston vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 396/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.5190°N, 89.6126°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |