Marion, ND

North Dakota

Marion is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 152. Residents earn $90,000 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
152 Population 181/sq mi density
$90,000 Median Income $42,576 per capita
$103,300 Home Value
$617 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$90,000 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,300 home value, $617/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,000
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $103,300
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.2%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $617
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

How Marion Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population152
Median Age57.0 yrs
Density181/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans86.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,000
Per Capita$42,576
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$341M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,300
Rent$617
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain21.5 in/yr
Elevation1,464 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.2%
High School+92.8%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute21 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries3

Is Marion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marion receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Marion stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marion is $90,000, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marion is $103,300, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $617 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Marion has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Marion has a population of 152 with a density of 181 people per square mile. The median age is 57.0 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%).

Population

152
Total Population
181
People / sq mi
57.0yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Marion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marion is $90,000, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Marion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,000
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,576
Avg Weekly Wage$981
IRS Avg AGI$88,186

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)239
County GDP$341M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare15
Retail19
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Work from Home18.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Marion is $103,300, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $617 (47% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,300
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$617
47% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$769
1 Bedroom$795
2 Bedrooms$965
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.2%

Property Tax

In Marion, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Marion vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death5,760/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access29.5%
Healthcare Facilities15

Crime Rates: Marion vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Marion has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.5 inches
44% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,464 ft (446 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density181/sq mi
Coordinates46.6112°N, 98.3387°W
County FIPS38045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 34.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.1-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.5%
D 21.5%

Winner: Republican by 55.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.2%
1% above US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score5.74
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density181/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants14
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Work from Home18.8%

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