Kentucky
Marion is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 2,908. Residents earn $40,691 per year, which is 46% below the national average.
Based on current data, Marion receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Marion has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Marion is $40,691, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Marion is $104,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $577 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Marion is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 133 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,791 per 100,000, near the national average.
9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Marion enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $40,691 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,641 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $809 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,298 |
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.0% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 215 |
| County GDP | $246M |
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,786 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.72% |
| Commute Time | 24.3 min |
| Work from Home | 6.3% |
| Census Median | $104,100 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $120,908 |
| Census Median Rent | $577 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Studio | $619 |
| 1 Bedroom | $660 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $866 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,093 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,300 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,786 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.72% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.3% |
| Premature Death | 13,654/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 58.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
| Total Violent | 132.7/100K |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 99.5/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 33.2/100K |
| Total Property | 1,791.0/100K |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 398.0/100K |
| Theft | 1,326.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 66.3/100K |
| Arson | 66.3/100K |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.9°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 53.1 inches |
| 40% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 594 ft (181 m) |
| Area | 3.6 sq mi (9.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 799/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.3317°N, 88.0812°W |
| County FIPS | 21055 |
Winner: Republican by 68.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.8% |
| 71% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.86 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 799/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.6 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Retail Stores | 27 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 24.3 min |
| Work from Home | 6.3% |