Marion, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · Grant County County
Marion, IN
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 $43,349 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,736. The unemployment rate stands at 8.0% (122% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,280 business establishments, including 132 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Marion is $83,200 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $141,454. Median rent is $760/month, with 25.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1959.
Safety & Crime
Marion reports 110 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 71% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,233/100K.
Education
17.1% of adults in Marion hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 85.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Marion has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches.