Marysville, MI

Michigan · Metropolitan Area

Marysville is a small city in Michigan with a population of 9,942. Residents earn $69,661 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
9,942 Population 1,356/sq mi density
$69,661 Median Income $37,776 per capita
$185,500 Home Value $226,266 Zillow
$955 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
123 Violent Crime/100K 1,410 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$69,661 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$185,500 home value, $955/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
123 violent crimes/100K (68% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,661
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $185,500
34% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 123/100K
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.3%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $955
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population9,942
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density1,356/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,661
Per Capita$37,776
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$7,417M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$185,500
Rent$955
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$226,266

Crime

F
Violent123/100K
Property1,410/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault82/100K
Burglary225/100K

Health

Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.9 in/yr
Elevation609 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.3%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute23 min
Libraries10

Is Marysville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marysville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Marysville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marysville is $69,661, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marysville is $185,500, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $955 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Marysville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 123 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,410 per 100,000, 28% below the national average.

Education

24.3% 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 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Marysville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.9 inches, including 35.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Marysville has a population of 9,942 with a density of 1,356 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%).

Population

9,942
Total Population
1,356
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
7.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Marysville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marysville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marysville is $69,661, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Marysville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,661
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,776
Avg Weekly Wage$1,071
IRS Avg AGI$66,465

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,248
County GDP$7,417M

Business (County)

Restaurants292
Healthcare423
Retail463
Manufacturing213

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,028
44% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Marysville is $185,500, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $955 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,266.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,500
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$226,266
Median List Price$232,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$232,500
$/Sq Ft$136
Homes Sold13
Sale-to-List Ratio100.4%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory21

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$955
18% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,028
44% above US avg
Effective Rate2.71%
In Marysville, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death9,609/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access73.8%
Healthcare Facilities423
Marysville has a violent crime rate of 123 per 100,000 residents, 68% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,410 per 100,000 (28% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent122.6/100K
68% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape30.6/100K
Robbery10.2/100K
Assault81.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,409.6/100K
28% below US avg
Burglary224.7/100K
Theft1,164.5/100K
Vehicle Theft20.4/100K
Arson20.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Marysville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.9 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall35.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation609 ft (186 m)
Area7.3 sq mi (19.0 km²)
Population Density1,356/sq mi
Coordinates42.9085°N, 82.4810°W
County FIPS26147
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32%

Winner: Republican by 34.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.3%
28% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,356/sq mi
Total Area7.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities423
Restaurants292
Retail Stores463

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Work from Home10.6%

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