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Marston, QC

Quebec

Marston is a small town in Quebec with a population of 777. Residents earn $68,000 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
777 Population 28/sq mi density
$68,000 Median Income $44,800 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$472 Median Rent 8.8% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 250 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$68,000 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $472/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $68,000
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $472
59% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population777
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density28/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,000
Per Capita$44,800
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty13.2%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$472
Ownership89.9%
Housing Units345
Rent Burden8.8%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (4°C)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation1,581 ft (482 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+18.0%
Graduate+3.3%

Community

Commute22 min

Is Marston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marston receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. 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 $68,000, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marston is $200,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $472 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Marston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 17.7 inches of snow.

Marston has a population of 777 with a density of 28 people per square mile, spread across 27.7 square miles. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.4% female and 51.6% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 1.3% of residents, while 97.4% speak Spanish.

Population

777
Total Population
28
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
27.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Marston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 1.3%
98% below US avg
Spanish 97.4%
627% above US avg
Other Languages 1.3%

Social Characteristics

Marston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marston is $68,000, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,800 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $862, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 24 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 11.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Marston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,000
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,800
Avg Weekly Wage$862

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)24

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Marston is $200,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $472 (59% below the national average of $1,163). 89.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 345 total housing units in the city. 8.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$472
59% below US avg
Rent Burden8.8%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership89.9%
Owner-Occupied89.9%
Renter-Occupied10.1%
Housing Units345

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Marston receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Marston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,581 feet.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.3°F
29% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,581 ft (482 m)
Area27.7 sq mi (71.8 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates45.5636°N, 70.9817°W
TimezoneAmerica/Montreal

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.4"
25% above US avg
Snowfall 17.7"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.16"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.95"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

30 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.8 on Sep 1, 2024.

Nov 6, 1997 4 km W of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M4.8 141 km
Sep 1, 2024 5 km SE of Pierreville, Canada M3.8 148 km
Jan 17, 2000 4 km NNE of Dixfield, Maine M3.6 118 km
Jul 23, 2010 18 km S of Saint-Antoine-de-Tilly, Canada M3.5 115 km
Aug 27, 2011 24 km SSW of Montmagny, Canada M3.5 137 km
Apr 3, 1997 9 km ENE of Saint-Cyrille-de-Wendover, Canada M3.5 114 km
Apr 29, 2009 7 km SSE of L'Ange-Gardien, Canada M3.4 144 km
Jan 4, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M3.4 150 km
Dec 25, 1999 4 km NE of Saint Albans, Maine M3.0 144 km
Apr 15, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M3.0 111 km
Nov 6, 1997 4 km SSW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 136 km
Nov 9, 2009 southern Quebec, Canada M2.9 111 km
Jan 3, 2018 18 km SSE of Beaupré, Canada M2.9 150 km
Nov 8, 1997 2 km SW of L'Ancienne-Lorette, Canada M2.9 139 km
Feb 4, 2022 0 km SSW of Gorham, New Hampshire M2.9 132 km
Nov 6, 1997 St. Lawrence Valley region, Quebec, Canada M2.8 139 km
Apr 21, 2010 7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada M2.7 110 km
Aug 13, 2016 southern Quebec, Canada M2.7 140 km
Apr 15, 2010 9 km W of Valcourt, Canada M2.7 113 km
Aug 9, 2021 12 km E of Bécancour, Canada M2.7 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 10°F (-12°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 12°F (-11°C) 3.0 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 3.4 in
April 36°F (2°C) 3.2 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.0 in
June 59°F (15°C) 4.8 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.5 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 5.2 in Wettest
September 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in
October 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
November 31°F (-0°C) 4.1 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 3.8 in

Marston has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 10°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.2") and February the driest (3.0").

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7.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% below the national average of 33.7%. 18.0% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 93.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+18.0%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density28/sq mi
Total Area27.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.3%

Museums in Marston

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abri du prêtre
Centre d'interprétation de la mine d'or
Maison Culturelle Laurier Gauthier
Musée Donald Morrison

Ski Resorts Near Marston

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Ski Eldorado - Secteur St-Paul 0.0 $0
Ski Eldorado - Secteur 10e Rang 0.0 $0
Centre de ski Saint-Georges 0.0 $0

Airports Near Marston

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Saint-Georges AirportMedium Airport
Sherbrooke AirportYSCMedium Airport
Gifford FieldSmall Airport
Lac William ice runway (seasonal)Small Airport
Lambton AirportSmall Airport
Lindbergh AirportSmall Airport
Newton FieldSmall Airport
Saint-Ferdinand AirportSmall Airport
Saint-Victor-de-Beauce AirportSmall Airport
Steven A. Bean Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Thetford Mines AirportSmall Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions About Marston

What is the population of Marston?

Marston has a population of 777 residents and is located in Quebec. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 27.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.4% female and 51.6% male.

Is Marston expensive to live in?

The median household income is $68,000, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $200,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $472 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Marston safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Marston receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Marston?

Marston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 10°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.4 inches, with 17.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Marston?

The job market in Marston is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $862. There are 24 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 11.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Marston?

The median home value in Marston is $200,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $472. The homeownership rate is 89.9%.

How are the schools in Marston?

7.4% of adults in Marston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 18.0% have completed high school. 3.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Marston?

The average commute in Marston is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 93.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Marston?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Marston is 100% White. 1.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 97.4% speak Spanish.

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