Marlin, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
5,500 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
44.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$38,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$49,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$431 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$517 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Falls County
2
Waco Metro Area
4
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Falls County
1
Waco Metro Area
5
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 47
Feb 3 0 50
Mar 3 0 57
Apr 3 0 65
May 4 0 73
Jun 4 0 80
Jul 2 0 83
Aug 2 0 84
Sep 3 0 77
Oct 4 0 67
Nov 3 0 57
Dec 3 0 48

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, TX State Senate District 22, TX State House District 13, TX
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Schools

Marlin Daep
<1 miles, N
Marlin El
<1 miles, E • 1.4 star
Marlin Middle
<1 miles, E • 1 star
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Colleges

Baylor University
21 miles, N • 2.8 star
McLennan Community College
25 miles, N • 1.4 star
Temple College
32 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Providence Health Center
23 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Waco Regional Airport
29 miles, N • 1 star
Robert Gray Army Airfield
58 miles, W • 1 star
Easterwood Field
59 miles, S • 1 star
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