Marin City, CA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Marin County · California
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Marin City based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
3,597
2023 ACS
Median Income
$73,077
2023
Median Home Value
$1,185,500
2023
Median Rent
$1,663
2023
Median Age
42.3
Unemployment
8.3%
Cost of Living Index
193.4
100 = national avg
Marin City is a city in Marin County, California, with a population of 3,597 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Marin City is one of the communities in California.
The median household income in Marin City is $73,077, and the median home value is $1,185,500. The cost of living index is 193.4 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,663 per month. The unemployment rate is 8.3%, and the median age is 42.3 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
3,597
Male
1,689
47.0%
Female
1,908
53.0%
Median Age
42.3
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
28.8%
High School or Higher
44.6%
Foreign Born
35.8%
Veterans
4.4%
Married
39.6%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.734
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
32.0%
Foreign Born
35.8%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
17.5%
630 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
82.5%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
3,467
English Only
57.3%
#1 Non-English Language
Chinese
484 speakers
Limited English
28.9%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
71.1%
Limited English Proficiency
28.9%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
158
4.4% of population
Disability Rate
0.0%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
158
100.0%
Disability Status
Without Disability
158
Disability Rate
0.0%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
1,685
#1 Ancestry
German
10.2% (366)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
9.1% (328)
#3 Ancestry
English
4.1% (148)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
1,504
Family Households
1,022
68.0%
Married Couples
414
27.5%
Non-Family Households
482
32.0%
Single Mother Households
372
24.7%
Single Father Households
236
15.7%
Living Alone
390
25.9%
Children Under 18
Total Children
547
In Married Couple
305
55.8%
With Single Mother
219
40.0%
With Single Father
23
4.2%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$56,615
Married Couple Income
$186,250
Single Mother Income
$40,658
Single Father Income
$56,341
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
2.3
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
13
Grandparents Responsible
0
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$73,077
-0% vs national
Per Capita Income
$56,408
+52% vs national
Poverty Rate
15.3%
+13% vs national
Gini Index
0.5405
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
8.3%
+59% vs national
SNAP Recipients
11.3%
of households
How Marin City Compares
Marin City vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Marin City is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Marin City, CA has a median household income of $73,077, making it the 11,050th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Marin City has a higher median household income than 61% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Marin City, CA has a per capita income of $56,408, making it the 3,157th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Marin City has a higher per capita income than 89% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Marin City, CA has a poverty rate of 15.3%, making it the 10,786th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Marin City has a higher poverty rate than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Marin City, CA has a unemployment rate of 8.3%, making it the 5,587th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Marin City has a higher unemployment rate than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Marin City. The median household income here is $73,077.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
8.3%
+9% vs CA avg
Labor Force
2,031
Employed
1,863
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
28.8%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
44.6%
of adults 25+
Median Age
42.3
Work from Home
19.9%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Computer and Information Systems Managers
Top Median Wage
$221.8K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
193.4
100 = national avg
+93.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$85,075
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$201,088
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$2,977
per month
2 Bedroom
$3,604
per month
The median household income in Marin City, CA is $73,077, which is 0.2% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $56,408. The poverty rate of 15.3% is higher than the CA state average of 13.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5405, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 8.3%, compared to the state average of 7.6%. The labor force is 2,031. 28.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 46.7% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 193.4, which is 93.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 338.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $85,075 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — December 2025
Median Sale Price
$972,500
Median List Price
N/A
Price Per Sq Ft
$585
Days on Market
53
Active Inventory
4
Months of Supply
2.0
Seller's market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
50.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
104.9%
Seller's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
2
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$585
Marin City vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Marin City is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Marin City, CA has a median home value of $1,185,500, making it the 409th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Marin City has a higher median home value than 99% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Marin City, CA has a median rent of $1,663, making it the 3,170th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Marin City has a higher median rent than 86% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Marin City, CA has a price per square foot of $585, making it the 803rd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Marin City has a higher price per square foot than 96% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Marin City, CA has a rent burden of 27.3%, making it the 2,162nd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Marin City has a higher rent burden than 90% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$1,185,500
Median Rent
$1,663
Total Housing Units
1,591
Vacancy Rate
5.5%
Owner Occupied
41.4%
Renter Occupied
58.6%
Median Property Tax
$7,056
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$3,299
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$7,056
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.59%
of home value
Median Home Value
$1,185,500
Estimated Mean Tax
$8,102
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($7,056) by the median home value ($1,185,500). In Marin City, CA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.59%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Marin City, CA is $972,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 53 days on the market. 50.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $585. The median rent is $1,663 per month (Census ACS). About 41.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1970. There are 1,591 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $7,056. The effective tax rate is 0.59%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Marin City. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
96.4
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
96.9
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
24.7
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
99.2
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
26
Public Assistance
$63.5M
Individual Assistance
$3.0M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
10 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 30 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
3,295
Total Claims Paid
$51,493,551
Avg Claim Payout
$15,628
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
30
Federal Funding
$13,662,181
Properties Protected
23
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.80
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 95.1: FMA or CRS Plan | 6 | $191,258 |
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 4 | $2,440,929 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 4 | $175,306 |
| 205.6: Structural Retrofitting/Rehabilitating Public Structures - Seismic | 2 | $6,628,025 |
| 91.2: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan - NEW | 2 | $150,000 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Marin City has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are landslide, earthquake, coastal flood. The area has had 26 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (10 declarations). 3,295 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $63,461,124 in public assistance recovery funding. $2,999,700 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 30 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
26.9%
9.2pp below the national average
Depression Rate
22.0%
1.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.6%
0.7pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.2%
2.4pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
33.6%
Arthritis
23.0%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.1%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
18.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
22.0%
Loneliness
34.4%
Lack of Support
27.9%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
32.6%
Mobility
15.5%
Cognitive
15.9%
Hearing
5.5%
Vision
6.4%
Self-Care
4.8%
Independent Living
9.7%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Marin City has an obesity rate of 26.9%, which is 9.2pp below the national average. The depression rate is 22.0%, 1.5pp below the national average. About 8.2% of adults lack health insurance. 71.9% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.2 / 5
Nearest Hospital
6.5 mi
San Francisco Va Medical Cente...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco Va Medical Center | 6.5 mi | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 4/5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital - San Francisco | 7.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| California Pacific Medical Center- Van Ness Campus | 7.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Saint Francis Memorial Hospital | 7.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Chinese Hospital | 7.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
46.7%
-41% vs national
Public Transit
1.2%
+36% vs national
Work From Home
19.9%
+114% vs national
Carpool
14.7%
Walk
9.8%
How Marin City's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Marin City, CA covers travel times and transportation modes. 46.7% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 19.9% work from home, which is above the CA state average of 14.0%. Public transit is used by 1.2% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 14.7% of workers carpool. 9.8% walk to work.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
94.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
82.5%
of households
No Internet
5.2%
of households
Total Households
1,504
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.1%
of households
Smartphone
90.0%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
87.4%
of households
Tablet
70.2%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
32.0¢
per kWh
+68% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
25.5¢
per kWh
+65% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
21.5¢
per kWh
+81% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$161
residential
+10% vs Under 10,000 avg
87% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in California averages 32.0¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $161. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Marin City vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
94.8% of households in Marin City have broadband internet access. 82.5% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 11.1% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 5.2% of households have no internet access. 7.5% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Marin City is located in Marin County, CA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Marin City.
Election Overview
Source: Marin County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
116,152
80.6%
GOP Votes
24,054
16.7%
Total Votes
144,113
Margin
D+63.9%
Shift from 2020
R+2.6pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 116,152 | 24,054 | 144,113 | 80.6% | 16.7% | D+63.9 |
| 2020 | 128,288 | 24,612 | 155,801 | 82.3% | 15.8% | D+66.5 |
| 2016 | 86,650 | 17,531 | 109,941 | 78.8% | 16.0% | D+62.9 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Marin County recorded 144,113 total votes. Democrats won the county with 80.6% of the vote compared to 16.7% for Republicans, a margin of D+63.9%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+2.6pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Marin County has shifted 1.0 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
6
Total Assets
$636K
Total Income
$1.1M
Per 10K Residents
16.7
nonprofits
-87.2% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
$40K
Oldest Active
1991
ruling year
Newest Org
2024
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Largest Nonprofits in Marin City
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARIN PERFORMING STARS | Arts & Culture | $523K | $894K | 1996 | |
| WOMEN HELPING ALL PEOPLE | Unknown | $40K | $41K | 1991 | |
| GOLDEN GATE VILLAGE RESIDENT COUNCIL | Housing & Shelter | $40K | $62K | 2006 | |
| HOPE HOUSING OF MARIN | Housing & Shelter | $32K | $72K | 2024 |
Marin City, CA has 6 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $636K. The most common category is Housing & Shelter, with 2 organizations. That works out to 16.7 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1991.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
4
Total Approved
$742K
Jobs Supported
8
Per 10K Residents
11.1
SBA loans
-96.1% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
4
Top Lender
Loans from Old Closed Lenders
1 loans
Top Industry
Other Services
Data Span
1997–2008
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
4
Total Amount
$742K
Avg Loan
$185,500
Median Loan
$173,500
SBA Guaranteed
$526K(71%)
Jobs Supported
8
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bay Village Bakers | 1 | $250K |
| Game Live Events | 1 | $180K |
| Apollo Drycleaners | 1 | $167K |
| Gateway Beauty Supply and Salon | 1 | $145K |
Marin City, CA has received 4 SBA loans totaling $742K in approved funding between 1997 and 2008. The 7(a) program accounts for 4 loans (100% of the total), supporting 8 jobs. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Other Services. The most active SBA lender in Marin City is Loans from Old Closed Lenders with 1 loans. That works out to 11.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
36
Total Population
843,873
Avg Median Income
-$18,366,246
Avg Home Value
-$54,123,028
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 94102 | 34,983 | $64,781 | $996,300 | $1,517 | 0.7 |
| 94103 | 33,524 | $122,339 | $1,057,600 | $2,146 | 1.4 |
| 94104 | 478 | $49,896 | $1,992,600 | $783 | 0.1 |
| 94105 | 14,890 | $239,781 | $1,461,700 | $3,501 | 0.5 |
| 94107 | 30,190 | $186,123 | $1,227,000 | $3,378 | 1.8 |
| 94108 | 11,008 | $63,864 | $1,207,500 | $1,562 | 0.3 |
| 94109 | 54,397 | $112,201 | $1,390,000 | $2,172 | 1.1 |
| 94110 | 66,687 | $152,403 | $1,500,200 | $2,404 | 2.4 |
| 94111 | 4,553 | $131,343 | $1,217,300 | $2,334 | 0.3 |
| 94114 | 33,627 | $196,528 | $1,771,700 | $2,898 | 1.4 |
| 94115 | 32,715 | $154,264 | $1,684,100 | $2,380 | 1.1 |
| 94116 | 42,523 | $152,587 | $1,450,000 | $2,938 | 2.5 |
| 94117 | 37,575 | $175,096 | $1,641,400 | $2,786 | 1.3 |
| 94118 | 39,275 | $159,550 | $1,817,200 | $2,695 | 2.0 |
| 94121 | 42,987 | $138,353 | $1,634,600 | $2,327 | 2.5 |
| 94122 | 57,369 | $145,717 | $1,507,100 | $2,720 | 3.3 |
| 94123 | 24,518 | $222,689 | $2,000,001 | $3,248 | 1.1 |
| 94127 | 20,710 | $205,429 | $1,897,700 | $3,501 | 1.9 |
| 94129 | 3,808 | $236,190 | N/A | $3,501 | 2.4 |
| 94130 | 2,829 | $91,750 | N/A | $2,538 | 0.9 |
| 94131 | 27,809 | $198,779 | $1,749,500 | $2,971 | 2.0 |
| 94133 | 24,753 | $83,025 | $1,519,100 | $1,985 | 0.7 |
| 94158 | 11,206 | $184,294 | $1,501,100 | $3,316 | 0.6 |
| 94801 | 33,564 | $75,786 | $593,500 | $1,608 | 11.5 |
| 94901 | 41,095 | $108,837 | $1,369,500 | $2,229 | 13.1 |
| 94904 | 13,043 | $161,875 | $2,000,001 | $2,538 | 5.0 |
| 94920 | 12,682 | $238,304 | $2,000,001 | $3,501 | 6.5 |
| 94925 | 10,101 | $220,771 | $1,702,000 | $3,468 | 3.2 |
| 94930 | 8,564 | $136,341 | $1,152,100 | $2,314 | 14.2 |
| 94939 | 7,372 | $182,743 | $2,000,001 | $3,104 | 2.4 |
| 94941 | 32,349 | $210,217 | $1,990,100 | $2,949 | 37.7 |
| 94957 | 2,151 | $250,001 | $2,000,001 | $3,482 | 1.4 |
| 94960 | 15,891 | $172,332 | $1,589,200 | $2,838 | 5.9 |
| 94964 | 2,115 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.5 |
| 94965 | 12,160 | $140,417 | $1,492,600 | $2,952 | 14.6 |
| 94970 | 372 | $117,188 | $1,458,300 | $2,291 | 7.2 |
Marin City, CA has 36 ZIP codes with a combined population of 843,873. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$18,366,246. The average median home value is -$54,123,028. The average median monthly rent is -$18,515,939.
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