Marion, OR

Oregon · Metropolitan Area

Marion is a small town in Oregon with a population of 167. Residents earn $60,921 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
167 Population 145/sq mi density
$60,921 Median Income $35,195 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,921 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,921
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% 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

Population167
Median Age56.3 yrs
Density145/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,921
Per Capita$35,195
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$23,937M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.4%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain52.7 in/yr
Elevation315 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+81.2%
School Score4.72

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
CommuteN/A
Libraries6

Is Marion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marion receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. 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 $60,921, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Marion experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Marion has a population of 167 with a density of 145 people per square mile. The median age is 56.3 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

167
Total Population
145
People / sq mi
56.3yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Marion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marion is $60,921, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Marion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,921
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,195
Avg Weekly Wage$1,207
IRS Avg AGI$72,475

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)12,695
County GDP$23,937M

Business (County)

Restaurants832
Healthcare1,215
Retail1,124
Manufacturing360

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,970
42% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,181
1 Bedroom$1,201
2 Bedrooms$1,560
3 Bedrooms$2,159
4 Bedrooms$2,338

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied35.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,970
42% above US avg
In Marion, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.4% report depression. 16.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma13.4%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity16.6%
Depression30.4%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death7,452/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access89.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,215

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Marion has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.7 inches
39% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood
Good Days %81.4%
Unhealthy Days4

Geography

Elevation315 ft (96 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density145/sq mi
Coordinates44.7513°N, 122.9277°W
County FIPS41047
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.5%
D 47.5%

Winner: Republican by 2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+81.2%
School Test Score4.72
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density145/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities1,215
Restaurants832
Retail Stores1,124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)43
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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