Among these investors were individuals from the United States, Britain, Germany, Switzerland, France, Poland, the Czech Republic, and Belgium.

Initially, the main commodity cultivated was tobacco, but over time, plantations expanded to include other crops such as rubber, coffee, pepper, nutmeg, palm oil, and tea.

[6] The district is sub-divided into five urban communities (kelurahan), listed below with their areas and their populations as at mid 2023, together with their postcodes.

In mid-2024, Medan Marelan District had a population of 197,627, showcasing diverse religious beliefs.

Additionally, 52 people identified as Confucianists, and two adhered to the traditional belief system of Kepercayaan terhadap Tuhan Yang Maha Esa (Faith in the Almighty God).