Marietta, NC — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Robeson County · North Carolina
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Marietta based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
130
2023 ACS
Median Income
N/A
2023
Median Home Value
$127,100
2023
Median Rent
$713
2023
Median Age
42.5
Unemployment
14.0%
Cost of Living Index
76.4
100 = national avg
Marietta is a city in Robeson County, North Carolina, with a population of 130 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Marietta is one of the communities in North Carolina.
The median home value in Marietta is $127,100. The cost of living index is 76.4 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $713 per month. The unemployment rate is 14.0%, and the median age is 42.5 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
130
Male
65
50.0%
Female
65
50.0%
Median Age
42.5
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
13.1%
High School or Higher
35.4%
Foreign Born
0.0%
Veterans
4.6%
Married
49.2%
Avg Household Size
2.6
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.697
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
37.7%
Foreign Born
0.0%
American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
126
English Only
100.0%
#1 Non-English Language
N/A
Limited English
0.0%
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
100.0%
Limited English Proficiency
0.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
6
4.6% of population
Disability Rate
83.3%
5 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$115,000
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
6
100.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$115,000
Non-Veteran Income
$26,500
Difference
$88,500
334.0% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
5
Without Disability
1
Disability Rate
83.3%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
49
#1 Ancestry
American
24.6% (32)
#2 Ancestry
English
10.8% (14)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
1.5% (2)
Top 4 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
51
Family Households
36
70.6%
Married Couples
28
54.9%
Non-Family Households
15
29.4%
Single Mother Households
6
11.8%
Single Father Households
2
3.9%
Living Alone
15
29.4%
Children Under 18
Total Children
34
In Married Couple
25
73.5%
With Single Mother
9
26.5%
With Single Father
0
0.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$86,250
Married Couple Income
$100,000
Single Mother Income
$36,250
Avg Family Size
2.6
Avg Non-Family Size
1.7
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
2
Grandparents Responsible
0
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
N/A
Per Capita Income
$26,746
-28% vs national
Poverty Rate
23.1%
+70% vs national
Gini Index
0.4071
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
14.0%
+169% vs national
SNAP Recipients
27.4%
of households
How Marietta Compares
Where Do You Stack Up?
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Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
14.0%
+141% vs NC avg
Labor Force
50
Employed
43
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
13.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
35.4%
of adults 25+
Median Age
42.5
Work from Home
0.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the North Carolina metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$131.0K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
76.4
100 = national avg
-23.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$33,605
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$79,431
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$748
per month
2 Bedroom
$925
per month
The median household income in Marietta, NC is N/A. Per capita income is $26,746. The poverty rate of 23.1% is higher than the NC state average of 16.0%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4071, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 14.0%, compared to the state average of 5.8%. The labor force is 50. 13.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 97.4% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 76.4, which is 23.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 72.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $33,605 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — May 2024
Median Sale Price
$156,000
Median List Price
N/A
Price Per Sq Ft
$80
Days on Market
8
Active Inventory
N/A
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
100.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
104.7%
Seller's market
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
1
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$80
Marietta vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Marietta is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Marietta, NC has a median home value of $127,100, making it the 18,686th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Marietta has a higher median home value than 33% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Marietta, NC has a median rent of $713, making it the 18,334th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Marietta has a higher median rent than 18% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Marietta, NC has a price per square foot of $80, making it the 18,400th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Marietta has a higher price per square foot than 11% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$127,100
Median Rent
$713
Total Housing Units
62
Vacancy Rate
17.7%
Owner Occupied
88.2%
Renter Occupied
11.8%
Median Property Tax
$1,159
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,069
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,159
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.91%
of home value
Median Home Value
$127,100
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,042
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,159) by the median home value ($127,100). In Marietta, NC, this works out to an effective rate of 0.91%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Marietta, NC is $156,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 8 days on the market. 100.0% of homes sold above asking price. The median price per square foot is $80. The median rent is $713 per month (Census ACS). About 88.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1968. There are 62 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,159. The effective tax rate is 0.91%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Marietta. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
91.1
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
85.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
98.3
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
14.1
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
23
Public Assistance
$44.1M
Individual Assistance
$6.0M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
15 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | $84K | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Oct 2022 | $77K | — |
| Tropical Storm Eta → | Severe Storm | Mar 2021 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $621K | $54K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Oct 2019 | $136K | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Sep 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | $12.1M | $833K |
| Hurricane Florence → | Hurricane | Sep 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $28.9M | $3.4M |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2011 | $379K | $46K |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Frances → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | — | $930K |
| Hurricane Isabel → | Hurricane | Sep 2003 | — | $348K |
| Hurricane Floyd Major Disaster Declarati… → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | $1.8M | — |
| Hurricane Floyd Emergency Declarations → | Hurricane | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Hurricane Bonnie → | Hurricane | Aug 1998 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 30 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
1,430
Total Claims Paid
$54,611,454
Avg Claim Payout
$38,190
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
10
Federal Funding
$5,446,755
Properties Protected
174
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.22
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 6 | $4,704,613 |
| 202.1: Elevation of Private Structures - Riverine | 1 | $97,092 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine; 207.2: Mitigation Reconstruction | 1 | $329,879 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $6,000 |
| 601.1: Generators | 1 | $309,170 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Marietta has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are strong wind, tornado, hurricane. The area has had 23 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (15 declarations). 1,430 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $44,085,963 in public assistance recovery funding. $5,964,278 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 10 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
47.8%
11.7pp above the national average
Depression Rate
19.9%
3.6pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
24.7%
12.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
13.3%
2.7pp above 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
47.1%
Arthritis
42.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.6%
Teeth Lost (65+)
32.9%
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
16.4%
14+ days in past month
Depression
19.9%
Loneliness
31.2%
Lack of Support
24.4%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
45.2%
Mobility
29.1%
Cognitive
18.4%
Hearing
12.2%
Vision
11.6%
Self-Care
9.3%
Independent Living
14.1%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Marietta has an obesity rate of 47.8%, which is 11.7pp above the national average. The depression rate is 19.9%, 3.6pp below the national average. About 13.3% of adults lack health insurance. 86.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.6 / 5
Nearest Hospital
14.5 mi
Mcleod Medical Center - Dillon
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mcleod Medical Center - Dillon | 14.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Southeastern Regional Medical Center | 15.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Musc Health Marion Medical Center | 16.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Columbus Regional Healthcare System | 25.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Mcleod Loris Hospital | 26.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | — |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
97.4%
+24% vs national
Work From Home
0.0%
-100% vs national
Carpool
2.6%
How Marietta's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Marietta, NC covers travel times and transportation modes. 97.4% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 2.6% of workers carpool.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
58.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
29.4%
of households
No Internet
37.3%
of households
Total Households
51
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
82.4%
of households
Smartphone
76.5%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
43.1%
of households
Tablet
39.2%
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
14.1¢
per kWh
-26% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.6¢
per kWh
-32% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.8¢
per kWh
-35% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$144
residential
-2% vs Under 10,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in North Carolina averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $144. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Marietta 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
58.8% of households in Marietta have broadband internet access. 29.4% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 13.7% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 37.3% of households have no internet access. 33.3% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Marietta is located in Robeson County, NC. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Marietta.
Election Overview
Source: Robeson County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
16,728
35.8%
GOP Votes
29,647
63.5%
Total Votes
46,677
Margin
R+27.7%
Shift from 2020
R+9.1pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 16,728 | 29,647 | 46,677 | 35.8% | 63.5% | R+27.7 |
| 2020 | 19,020 | 27,806 | 47,188 | 40.3% | 58.9% | R+18.6 |
| 2016 | 18,377 | 20,294 | 39,454 | 46.6% | 51.4% | R+4.9 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Robeson County recorded 46,677 total votes. Republicans won the county with 63.5% of the vote compared to 35.8% for Democrats, a margin of R+27.7%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+9.1pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Robeson County has shifted 22.8 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
2
Total Assets
$728K
Total Income
$145K
Per 10K Residents
153.8
nonprofits
-2.8% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
$728K
Oldest Active
2007
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
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 Marietta
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WHITEHOUSE VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT | Public Safety | $728K | $145K | 2007 |
Marietta, NC has 2 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $728K. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 1 organizations. That works out to 153.8 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 2007.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1
Total Approved
$10K
Jobs Supported
1
Per 10K Residents
76.9
SBA loans
-61.8% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
1
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
1 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
2015–2015
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
1
Total Amount
$10K
Avg Loan
$10,000
Median Loan
$10,000
SBA Guaranteed
$5K(50%)
Jobs Supported
1
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 |
|---|---|---|
| L & W Auto Sales | 1 | $10K |
Marietta, NC has received 1 SBA loans totaling $10K in approved funding between 2015 and 2015. The 7(a) program accounts for 1 loans (100% of the total), supporting 1 jobs. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Marietta is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 1 loans. That works out to 76.9 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
7
Total Population
15,298
Avg Median Income
$44,416
Avg Home Value
$91,600
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28340 | 9,756 | $38,188 | $81,900 | $776 | 123.3 |
| 28362 | 47 | $33,125 | $112,500 | N/A | 0.4 |
| 28369 | 1,781 | $42,554 | $75,700 | $758 | 74.4 |
| 28375 | 177 | $71,705 | $92,500 | N/A | 1.5 |
| 28439 | 1,171 | $28,875 | $104,000 | $690 | 24.4 |
| 29543 | 350 | $53,854 | $73,900 | N/A | 18.5 |
| 29563 | 2,016 | $42,614 | $100,700 | $535 | 37.7 |
Marietta, NC has 7 ZIP codes with a combined population of 15,298. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $44,416. The average median home value is $91,600. The average median monthly rent is -$285,713,891.
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