Marion, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Marion is a small town in New York with a population of 1,312. Residents earn $53,611 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,312 Population 430/sq mi density
$53,611 Median Income $36,956 per capita
$148,100 Home Value $232,205 Zillow
$499 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,611 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,100 home value, $499/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,611
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,100
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $499
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,312
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density430/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,611
Per Capita$36,956
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,130M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,100
Rent$499
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$232,205

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Elevation489 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute25 min
Libraries13

Is Marion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marion receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Marion offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marion is $53,611, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marion is $148,100, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $499 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Marion experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches, including 104.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Marion has a population of 1,312 with a density of 430 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%).

Population

1,312
Total Population
430
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Marion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marion is $53,611, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Marion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,611
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,956
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$65,848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,114
County GDP$5,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants159
Healthcare142
Retail259
Manufacturing121

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,291
108% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Marion is $148,100, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $499 (57% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $232,205.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,100
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$232,205

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$127
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio110.1%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$499
57% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,291
108% above US avg
Effective Rate4.92%
In Marion, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death8,850/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access63.7%
Healthcare Facilities142

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Marion has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.9 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall104.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation489 ft (149 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density430/sq mi
Coordinates43.1420°N, 77.1940°W
County FIPS36117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.5%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 23.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density430/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities142
Restaurants159
Retail Stores259

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Work from Home2.4%

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