Marietta

Marietta, Georgia Overview

Marietta scores 52.3/100 overall (C+), ranking #8 of 20 cities in Georgia — above the state composite of 51.5. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 70/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 8/100.

Income & Employment in Marietta

The median household income in Marietta is $70,086, 2% below the statewide median of $71,355. The local unemployment rate of 3.4% is lower than the state’s 3.5%.

Safety in Marietta

Marietta reports 359.6 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 368 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 2204.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Marietta

Marietta has a cost of living index of 100.9 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $401,100. Median monthly rent is $1,491. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Marietta

The adult obesity rate in Marietta is 31.6% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.1%. Residents report an average of 16.9 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Georgia ranks #34 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Marietta

Marietta has a high school graduation rate of 88.7%. The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $15,158. The city has 59 public schools serving 53,058 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Marietta

Marietta enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 62.2°F. Summers average 76.7°F. Winters average 49.1°F. Annual precipitation is 54.2 inches. 15.3% of workers in Marietta work from home, well above the national average.

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