Marin County

Welcome to Marin County

General

With a population of over 262,000, Marin County is located in Northern California, just across the Golden Gate Bridge, with San Francisco to the south, Sonoma County to the north, and Napa County to the north/ east. Highway 101, the main north/south artery, allows access to San Francisco and Sonoma Counties. Highway 1 takes you to the communities of West Marin/Point Reyes Seashore and the scenic Marin coast.

Marin enjoys a temperate, Mediterranean climate year round. Winters are moderate with temperatures averaging 55 degrees, with occasional rain. Summers are warm and dry, with the strong possibility of morning and evening fog, especially in the Golden Gate area. The average summer temperature is 82 degrees. A light coat or jacket is recommended for summer evenings.

Business and the Economy

As of 2007, the median income for a household in Marin County was $83,732 and the median income for a family was $104,750. In May 2010, the county had the lowest unemployment rate in California. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, however, in July 2010, Marin's unemployment rate rose to 8.3%.

The largest industries in the county are healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, retail, construction and real estate, and creative.

Living and Visiting

From Sausalito in the south to Novato in the north, Marin County is home to a unique array of communities and neighborhoods, all of which have something to offer for families. There are 11 specific Cities and towns in addition to many other distinct and unincorporated communities. As of the fourth quarter 2021, Marin County had a median home value of $1,090,583, an increase of 11% from the prior year.

Marin County is just a little out there. As in, one famous bridge away from San Francisco. And right next door to the vineyards of Napa and Sonoma. Closer than you could ever imagine to everything that’s unique in this clever corner of California. So, whether you are seeking an upgrade to your daily work and home living experience or want a vacation home that gets you away from what is expected with the typical vacation, the question is: where do you want to start?

Overview for Marin County, CA

3,094 people live in Marin County, where the median age is 40.5 and the average individual income is $75,990. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,094

Total Population

40.5 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$75,990

Average individual Income

Around Marin County, CA

There's plenty to do around Marin County, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

56

Somewhat Walkable

Walking Score

41

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Revelry Cakes, UNTUCKit, and Angel Counsel.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Revelry Cakes page on Yelp	Dining · $	1.76 miles	30 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the UNTUCKit page on Yelp Search 1618 Redwood Hwy on Google Maps	Shopping	3.97 miles	12 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Angel Counsel page on Yelp	Active	3.96 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Train with Manny page on Yelp	Active	1.76 miles	15 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Body Ecology - Therapeutic Massage & Healing Ar... page on Yelp Search 60 Libertyship Way on Google Maps	Active	1.29 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Kinetic Health and Performance Group page on Yelp Search 500 Tamal Plz on Google Maps	Active	4.51 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Kelley Massage page on Yelp	Beauty	2 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Lashes 2 Lashes page on Yelp Search 215 Caledonia St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.68 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Elke @ Studio 4 page on Yelp Search 479 Magnolia Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	4.61 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Bella Sutra Skin Care page on Yelp Search 131 Camino Alto Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.02 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Laub Dermatology & Aesthetics page on Yelp Search 591 Redwood Hwy on Google Maps	Beauty	1.26 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Marin County, CA

Population Households Employment

Marin County has 1,374 households, with an average household size of 2.25. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Marin County do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 3,094 people call Marin County home. The population density is 5,764.36 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,094

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

40.5

Median Age

46.77 / 53.23%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

1,374

Total Households

2.25

Average Household Size

$75,990

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

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Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Marin County, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Marin County. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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