Median Income
$55,893
26% lower than US avg
Home Value
$229,200
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
21.7%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment
5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Marvel Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population91
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density700/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans80.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$55,893
Per Capita$20,473
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,454M
Housing
A
Home Value$229,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity21.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation6,726 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 59% / D 38%
CommuteN/A
Broadband26.0%
Libraries3
Is Marvel a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Marvel receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Marvel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Marvel is $55,893, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Marvel is $229,200, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Marvel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Marvel has a population of 91 with a density of 700 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).
Population
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% 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 Marvel is $55,893, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,893 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,473 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $888 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,517 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,029 |
| County GDP | $1,454M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 90 |
| Healthcare | 86 |
| Retail | 103 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,392 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.04% |
The median home value in Marvel is $229,200, 19% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $229,200 |
| 19% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,083 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,161 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,861 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,178 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,392 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.04% |
In Marvel, 21.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% report depression. 17.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Marvel vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 21.7% |
| 32% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.1% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 4.6% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.3% |
| Depression | 19.8% |
| Mental Distress | 15.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.7% |
| Premature Death | 12,917/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 86 |
Crime Rates: Marvel vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Marvel has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 44.3°F |
| 18% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,726 ft (2,050 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 700/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1112°N, 108.1263°W |
| County FIPS | 08083 |