Indiana
Marion is a small town in Indiana with a population of 361. Residents earn $98,144 per year, which is 31% above the national average.
Based on current data, Marion receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Marion offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Marion is $98,144, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Marion among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 27.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
The median home value in Marion is $320,800, 14% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $760 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Marion is below the national average at 299 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,251 per 100,000, 117% above the national average.
16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Marion experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 24.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.
| English Only | 94.9% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.1% |
| 62% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $98,144 |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $47,156 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $979 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,014 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 27.0% |
| 118% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,280 |
| County GDP | $3,220M |
| Restaurants | 132 |
| Healthcare | 170 |
| Retail | 215 |
| Manufacturing | 58 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,512 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.78% |
| Commute Time | 32.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 71.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.4% |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |
| Census Median | $320,800 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $133,407 |
| Median List Price | $126,450 |
| Median List Price | $126,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $84 |
| Homes Sold | 18 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.6% |
| Price Drops | 22.0% |
| Inventory | 82 |
| Census Median Rent | $760 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $860 |
| Rent Burden | 25.9% |
| Studio | $1,118 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,267 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,473 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,907 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,338 |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,512 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.78% |
| Obesity | 45.4% |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.5% |
| Heart Disease | 7.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.7% |
| Asthma | 12.5% |
| COPD | 10.5% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.1% |
| Depression | 29.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.6% |
| Physical Distress | 17.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.3% |
| Premature Death | 14,895/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 170 |
| Total Violent | 298.6/100K |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Murder | 3.4/100K |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Rape | 37.3/100K |
| Robbery | 125.5/100K |
| Assault | 132.3/100K |
| Total Property | 4,251.1/100K |
| 117% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 654.8/100K |
| Theft | 3,311.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 285.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 50.5°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.8 inches |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 24.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 54.0 |
| Rating | Moderate |
| Good Days % | 36.6% |
| Unhealthy Days | 4 |
| Elevation | 812 ft (247 m) |
| Area | 15.7 sq mi (40.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5500°N, 85.6604°W |
| County FIPS | 18053 |
Winner: Republican by 41.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.8% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.11 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Total Area | 15.7 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 84.9% |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 9 |
| Public Libraries | 8 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 170 |
| Restaurants | 132 |
| Retail Stores | 215 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Avg Commute | 32.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 71.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.4% |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |