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4 discussions from residents and visitors

sacramentomama2026

Freelancing from Marion -experience?

I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Median household income is $44,472, which feels on the lower side for the area. Rent is about $687/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $44,472 in Marion. Crime rate is something to consider -Marion sits at 153.1 per 100K. The suburbs are w...

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Xavier Martinez

Is Marion walkable?

Been meaning to ask this. Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Anyone in a similar situation? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Night life is...

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sacramentomama2026

Cost of living reality check -Marion

Hey folks, I've been here for 20 years and Median household income is $44,472, which feels on the lower side for the area. With a population of 7,594, Marion is a small town. Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $44,472 in Marion. It's a v...

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Xavier Martinez

Working in Marion -salaries realistic?

Anyone else feel this way? Born and raised here. Median household income is $44,472, which feels on the lower side for the area. Poverty rate is 20.5%, which is higher than I expected. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a gro...

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