What are the schools like in Marcellus, NY?

Marcellus is served primarily by MARCELLUS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.4:1.

What is the median household income in Marcellus?

The median household income in Marcellus, NY is $72,028 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.5%.

What is the weather like in Marcellus, NY?

Marcellus has an average high temperature of 31.3°F in January and 81.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 105.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Marcellus, NY affordable or expensive?

Marcellus's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means Marcellus is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $215,000 and the median rent is $956 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Marcellus, NY?

Marcellus has a violent crime rate of 284.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1623.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Marcellus, NY a Good Place to Live?

Marcellus is a small town of 2,048 in New York, with a median household income of $72,028 and a 11.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

Strengths: Marcellus stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Marcellus is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Marcellus 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: 95.2

Marcellus's overall cost of living index is 95.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Marcellus costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	Marcellus, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$215,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$956	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	49.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$72,028	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Marcellus's violent crime rate is 284.2 per 100,000 residents — 25% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

284.2 /100k

Property Crime

1623.6 /100k

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

Schools & Education

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

Metric	Marcellus, NY	National Avg
School District	MARCELLUS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	37.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Marcellus sees average highs of 31.3°F in January and 81.1°F in July, with 45.6 inches of annual precipitation and 105.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Marcellus, NY
Average High — January	31.3°F
Average High — July	81.1°F
Annual Precipitation	45.6"
Annual Snowfall	105.7"

Demographics

Metric	Marcellus, NY	National Avg
Population	2,048	—
Median Age	39.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	97.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.3%	6.3%
Under 18	19.0%	22.2%
65 and over	18.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Camillus, NY 4 mi Skaneateles, NY 5 mi Fairmount, NY 6 mi Elbridge, NY 6 mi Westvale, NY 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Marcellus

Marcellus, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

13108

Marcellus vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marcellus, NY affordable or expensive?

Marcellus's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Marcellus roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $215,000 and median rent is $956/month.

What is the crime rate in Marcellus, NY?

Marcellus's violent crime rate is 284.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1623.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Marcellus?

Public schools in Marcellus are operated by MARCELLUS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1. 37.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Marcellus, NY a good place to live?

Marcellus, NY has a population of 2,048, a median household income of $72,028, and an unemployment rate of 11.5%. 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 Marcellus?

Marcellus averages 31.3°F in January and 81.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 45.6 inches with about 105.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Marcellus?

Marcellus, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 13108.

What is the population of Marcellus?

The population of Marcellus, New York is 2,048 with a median age of 39.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Marcellus?

Key numbers for living in Marcellus: cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $215,000, median household income $72,028, crime index 76 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Marcellus side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.