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Marysville, IA

Iowa

Marysville is a small town in Iowa with a population of 52.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
52 Population 96/sq mi density
$168,800 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $168,800
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 18.2%
406% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population52
Median Age29.0 yrs
Density96/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans33.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,787
Unemployment18.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$619M
Commute29 min

Housing

Home Value$168,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units23
Rent Burden33.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation744 ft (227 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+90.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute29 min
Broadband19.0%
Libraries1

Is Marysville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marysville receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Marysville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 18.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marysville is $168,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Marysville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches, including 30.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Marysville has a population of 52 with a density of 96 people per square mile. The median age is 29.0 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

52
Total Population
96
People / sq mi
29.0yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Marysville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marysville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marysville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 18.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Marysville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,787
Avg Weekly Wage$1,282
IRS Avg AGI$69,506

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.2%
406% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)254
County GDP$619M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare20
Retail26
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,571
2% above US avg
Cost of Living87.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Marysville is $168,800, 40% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,800
40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.9%
Housing Units23
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,571
2% above US avg
Effective Rate2.12%
Marysville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.5 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall30.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation744 ft (227 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density96/sq mi
Coordinates41.1808°N, 92.9538°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.7-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 50.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+90.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.73
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density96/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants15
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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