What are the schools like in Marblehead, MA?

Marblehead is served primarily by Marblehead. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.4:1.

What is the median household income in Marblehead?

The median household income in Marblehead, MA is $164,104 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.3%.

Marblehead, MA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Marblehead, MA affordable or expensive?

Marblehead's cost of living index is 111, where 100 represents the national average. This means Marblehead is 11% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $858,900 and the median rent is $1,749 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Marblehead, MA?

Marblehead has a violent crime rate of 145.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 576.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Q: What is the weather like in Marblehead, MA?

Marblehead has an average high temperature of 36.1°F in January and 80.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 39.1 inches.

Is Marblehead, MA a Good Place to Live?

Marblehead is a small city of 20,350 in Massachusetts, with a median household income of $164,104 and a 3.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 111 (US average = 100), which is 11% above the national average.

Strengths: Marblehead stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an above-average cost of living, high home prices, longer commutes. Whether Marblehead is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Marblehead city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 111.2

Marblehead's overall cost of living index is 111.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Marblehead costs roughly 11% more than the average American city.

Metric	Marblehead, MA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$858,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,749	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	81.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$164,104	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Marblehead's violent crime rate is 145.3 per 100,000 residents — 62% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

145.3 /100k

Property Crime

576.4 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Marblehead is served primarily by Marblehead. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Marblehead, MA	National Avg
School District	Marblehead	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	75.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	99.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Marblehead sees average highs of 36.1°F in January and 80.3°F in July, with 48.0 inches of annual precipitation and 39.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Marblehead, MA
Average High — January	36.1°F
Average High — July	80.3°F
Annual Precipitation	48.0"
Annual Snowfall	39.1"

Demographics

Metric	Marblehead, MA	National Avg
Population	20,350	—
Median Age	49.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	32.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.9%	18.9%
Asian	1.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.5%	22.2%
65 and over	22.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Salem, MA 3 mi Swampscott, MA 3 mi Beverly, MA 4 mi Lynn, MA 7 mi Nahant, MA 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Marblehead

Marblehead, MA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

01945

Marblehead vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marblehead, MA affordable or expensive?

Marblehead's cost of living index is 111, where 100 is the national average. That puts Marblehead roughly 11% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $858,900 and median rent is $1,749/month.

What is the crime rate in Marblehead, MA?

Marblehead's violent crime rate is 145.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 576.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Marblehead?

Public schools in Marblehead are operated by Marblehead. The district has 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1. 75.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Marblehead, MA a good place to live?

Marblehead, MA has a population of 20,350, a median household income of $164,104, and an unemployment rate of 3.3%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Marblehead?

Marblehead averages 36.1°F in January and 80.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 48.0 inches with about 39.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Marblehead?

Marblehead, MA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 01945.

What is the population of Marblehead?

The population of Marblehead, Massachusetts is 20,350 with a median age of 49.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Marblehead?

Key numbers for living in Marblehead: cost of living index 111 (100 = US average), median home $858,900, median household income $164,104, crime index 34 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Marblehead side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.