Marion, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Crittenden County County
Marion, AR
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 $80,637 , which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,116. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,096 business establishments, including 113 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Marion is $206,300 , 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $239,668. Median rent is $1,058/month, with 25.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1998.
Safety & Crime
Marion reports 786 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 107% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,100/100K.
Education
24.5% of adults in Marion hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below the national average). 93.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Marion has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.