Louisiana · Metropolitan Area
Marion is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 661. Residents earn $27,143 per year, which is 64% below the national average.
Based on current data, Marion receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Marion has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Marion is $27,143, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in Marion is $127,500, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 400 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,333 per 100,000, 32% below the national average.
17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Marion enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 99.3% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.7% |
| 95% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $27,143 |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,907 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $812 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,826 |
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.6% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 460 |
| County GDP | $752M |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Healthcare | 37 |
| Retail | 57 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,258 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.77% |
| Commute Time | 31.3 min |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |
| Census Median | $127,500 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $115,702 |
| Census Median Rent | $675 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
| Owner-Occupied | 59.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,258 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.77% |
| Obesity | 43.0% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 18.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 48.1% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 10.7% |
| Stroke | 5.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 39.0% |
| Depression | 26.6% |
| Mental Distress | 23.0% |
| Physical Distress | 18.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 81.6% |
| Premature Death | 14,499/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37 |
| Total Violent | 400.0/100K |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 400.0/100K |
| Total Property | 1,333.3/100K |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 533.3/100K |
| Theft | 800.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.4°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 59.9 inches |
| 58% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 180 ft (55 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 206/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.8979°N, 92.2404°W |
| County FIPS | 22111 |
Winner: Republican by 57 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.6% |
| 48% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 72.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.48 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 206/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.2 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37 |
| Restaurants | 21 |
| Retail Stores | 57 |
| Avg Commute | 31.3 min |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |