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Marion, AL
Full City Profile · Alabama · Perry County County
Marion, AL
At a Glance
How Marion Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Marion's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Marion a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Marion residents earn a median household income of $38,221 , which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $14,817. The unemployment rate stands at 6.0% (67% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 184 business establishments, including 12 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Marion is $108,300 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $120,984. Median rent is $533/month, with 27.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 88.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
Marion reports 267 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 30% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,661/100K.
Education
18.3% of adults in Marion hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below the national average). 81.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Marion has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.