Marion, KY
Full City Profile · Kentucky · Crittenden County County
Marion, KY
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 $40,691 , which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,641. The unemployment rate stands at 0.7% (81% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 215 business establishments, including 11 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Marion is $104,100 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $133,589. Median rent is $577/month, with 20.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Marion reports 35 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 91% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,247/100K.
Education
9.8% of adults in Marion hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below the national average). 84.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Marion has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches.