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Driving Throughout Marietta, Georgia - Tour - 4K
Driving Throughout Marietta, Georgia - Tour - 4K. A film shared by Build The Dream.
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Relocation guide
Moving to Marietta
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
61,773
Median age 35.2
Median household income
$70,086
Median rent
$1,491/mo
Median home value
$401,100
Schools
17
1 districts
Summer high / winter low
84° / 32°
Pros
- Property taxes are low: about 0.62% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
- Mild weather in April, June, September, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 33 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- 40 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Household incomes are 11% below the US median ($70,086).
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
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Where in Marietta?
Marietta spans 5 zip codes. Median home values range from $282,200 to $456,500 by zip.
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Is Marietta a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Property taxes are low: about 0.62% of home value a year (US 0.98%). Mild weather in April, June, September, with highs between 65°F and 85°F. On the other hand: Household incomes are 11% below the US median ($70,086).
How much do I need to earn to live in Marietta?
The median household earns $70,086. Rent at the median ($1,491/month) is about 26% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $59,640 a year.
How many schools are in Marietta?
17 public and private schools across 1 district. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Marietta?
Highs average 84°F in July and lows 32°F in January. The most comfortable months are April, June, September.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.