Marion, KS
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Marion, KS
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 $60,756 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,617. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 351 business establishments, including 24 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Marion is $89,600 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $147,239. Median rent is $688/month, with 27.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1958.
Safety & Crime
Marion reports 288 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 24% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 462/100K.
Education
25.8% of adults in Marion hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below the national average). 96.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Marion has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches.