Marion, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Williamson County County
Marion, IL
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 $57,281 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,202. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,404 business establishments, including 156 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Marion is $145,300 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $182,275. Median rent is $878/month, with 30.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1979.
Safety & Crime
Marion reports 469 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 23% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,966/100K.
Education
27.4% of adults in Marion hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below the national average). 93.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Marion has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches.