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About Marlette
Place in Michigan, United StatesMarlette is a city in Sanilac County in the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 1,855 at the time of the 2020 census. The city is surrounded by Marlette Township, but is administratively autonomous. Marlette is known as "The Heart of the Thumb" due to its location in Michigan's thumb.
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Safety in Marlette
Safety Grade C+
Marlette reports more crime per resident than most U.S. towns we grade: about 57% report less.
Schools in Marlette
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The public schools Marlette’s kids attend outperform 84% of Michigan’s districts on state tests. Among towns with similar incomes, they rank near the top.
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