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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Isla L.

Best hidden gems in Marion

Random thought, Been living here since 2007. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

3 replies 28 upvotes best-worst
Connor R.

Quick question about Marion

Born and raised here. Crime rate is something to consider -Marion sits at 269.3 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, which is about average. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The weather takes some getting used to. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it'...

12 replies 17 upvotes qa
Jonathan

Considering Marion vs Omaha -help me decide

Alright, Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, which is about average. Poverty rate is 15.9%, which is higher than I expected. Household incomes average around $45,829 in Marion. The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system...

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Jonathan

Best hidden gems in Marion

Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $848/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $45,829 in Marion. The weather takes some getting used to. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The suburbs are where most families en...

6 replies 5 upvotes best-worst
Isla L.

How are the schools in Marion?

OK so I'm a college student here and Rent is about $848/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Marion sits at 269.3 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. Does this match your experience? The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot i...

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Jonathan

Marion is underrated, change my mind

Hello, I'm a teacher here and The median home value here is around $105,900, which is actually reasonable. Rent is about $848/month for a decent place. The weather takes some getting used to. Is this normal for Marion? Appreciate any input.

4 replies 12 upvotes best-worst
Leonardo Wood

Raising a family in Marion -thoughts?

Been meaning to ask this. Household incomes average around $45,829 in Marion. Homes are going for about $105,900 on average. The city has invested a lot in new development. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What neighborhoods would you suggest? The parks and outdoor areas ar...

14 replies 20 upvotes living
Madelyn Flores

Moving to Marion for work -advice?

Hi all, Homes are going for about $105,900 on average. It's a a smaller city city with about 35,771 people. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What would you do? It's a very car-depende...

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Ariana Baker

What's it really like living in Marion?

Hi all, I relocated for work and Rent is about $848/month for a decent place. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The suburbs are where most families end up. The food scene here is surprisingly good. ...

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Ryan

Housing in Marion compared to Tucson

Hey, Just moved here 13 months ago and Rent is about $848/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $848 for rent here. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic ...

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Oliver Price

Anyone else love living in Marion?

Been meaning to ask this. The median home value here is around $105,900, which is actually reasonable. You can expect to pay around $848 for rent here. Household incomes average around $45,829 in Marion. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I wrong here? People here are genuinely ...

5 replies 30 upvotes living
Oliver Price

Best coffee shops in Marion?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a college student here and The median home value here is around $105,900, which is actually reasonable. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Does this match your experience? It's a very car-dependent ci...

10 replies 29 upvotes qa
Leah Ramirez

Grocery stores in Marion -recommendations?

First post here. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. You can expect to pay around $848 for rent here. Household incomes average around $45,829 in Marion. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Does this match ...

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Stella Miller

Dog-friendly places in Marion?

First post here. It's a a smaller city city with about 35,771 people. Household incomes average around $45,829 in Marion. The median home value here is around $105,900, which is actually reasonable. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What...

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Autumn Adams

Best coffee shops in Marion?

Longtime lurker here, I've been here for 19 years and Homes are going for about $105,900 on average. Poverty rate is 15.9%, which is higher than I expected. Crime rate is something to consider -Marion sits at 269.3 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very ca...

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Genesis Miller

Most overrated things about Marion

Alright, You can expect to pay around $848 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 4.5%, which is about average. With a population of 35,771, Marion is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 51--F, so expect cold winters. The suburbs are where most families end up. What neighborhoods would yo...

5 replies 0 upvotes best-worst
Ella M.

Best companies to work for in Marion?

Random thought, Household incomes average around $45,829 in Marion. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Has anyone dealt with this? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Downtown has improved a lot in rece...

1 replies 16 upvotes jobs
Naomi Morales

Moving to Marion for work -advice?

Been meaning to ask this. Born and raised here. With a population of 35,771, Marion is a smaller city. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Does this match your experience?

4 replies 0 upvotes moving
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