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Marion, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Marion is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 909. Residents earn $32,734 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
909 Population 457/sq mi density
$32,734 Median Income $23,481 per capita
$213,100 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$32,734 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$213,100 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,734
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $213,100
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.8%
84% higher than US avg

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

People

Population909
Median Age31.7 yrs
Density457/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$32,734
Per Capita$23,481
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.8%
County GDP$8,379M
Commute21 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$213,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units404
Rent Burden26.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation600 ft (183 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+80.5%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute21 min
Broadband81.1%
Libraries8

Is Marion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marion receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, 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 $32,734, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marion is $213,100, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 6.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Marion experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Marion has a population of 909 with a density of 457 people per square mile. The median age is 31.7 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

909
Total Population
457
People / sq mi
31.7yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Marion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marion is $32,734, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.8% 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$32,734
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,481
Avg Weekly Wage$1,068
IRS Avg AGI$69,390

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.8%
84% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,466
County GDP$8,379M

Business (County)

Restaurants288
Healthcare343
Retail454
Manufacturing201

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,983
42% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Marion is $213,100, 24% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$213,100
24% below US avg
Median List Price$254,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$254,900
$/Sq Ft$198
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio99.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.0%
Housing Units404
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,983
42% above US avg
Effective Rate2.34%
Marion has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall30.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation600 ft (183 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density457/sq mi
Coordinates39.8606°N, 77.7015°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin. 81.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.1%
D 28.1%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+80.5%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density457/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.1%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities343
Restaurants288
Retail Stores454

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

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