While there is no heavy industry, there are plenty of smaller businesses to serve the day to day needs of the local population. Most of modern business is in the service sector. Except for the supermarket there are no large retail stores, though there are plenty of small ones. About two dozen restaurants of all kinds serve the locals and the many visitors who come here year round. There is one supermarket, one produce store and a couple of convenience stores in town.
Many residents buy their food at other markets nearby.
Crosby's, the only full service supermarket Convenience store is the only thing open 24 hours Traditional Marblehead occupations such as fishing and sailmaking continue today. Newer businesses are more likely to be in finance, communications or other information based fields. Many residents commute to Boston to work.