Marietta is a small town in Texas located on the outskirts of Dallas. It offers a peaceful environment and plenty of outdoor activities, with its parks, golf courses, and nearby lake. Homeowners enjoy the low rental rates at $810 for a two-bedroom apartment while grocery costs are also low compared to the nation’s index at 93. The local economy is driven by companies such as Atmos Energy in energy production, AGP Plastics and Manufacturing in plastic manufacturing, and Tri County Equipment in agriculture supplies. Local attractions include Marietta Water Park where visitors can go tubing on the Guadalupe River or visit National Museum of Transportation which features historic cars and planes from generations past.
Marietta has an unemployment rate of 8.4%. The US average is 6.0%.
Marietta has seen the job market decrease by -4.6% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 27.0%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.
Tax Rates for Marietta
- The Sales Tax Rate for Marietta is 6.3%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Marietta is 0.0%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.
Income and Salaries for Marietta
- The average income of a Marietta resident is $36,478 a year. The US average is $37,638 a year.
- The Median household income of a Marietta resident is $0 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.