Marion, TX

Texas · Comal County · San Antonio-New Braunfels Metro

Marion is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,088. Residents earn $63,214 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

1,088 Population 1,395/sq mi density

$63,214 Median Income $29,277 per capita

$148,900 Home Value $301,960 Zillow

$1,210 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent

67°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr

60 Violent Crime/100K 1,139 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.9 / 5.0

$63,214 median income, 1.8% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$148,900 home value, $1,210/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

60 violent crimes/100K (84% below avg)

Education

2.1 / 5.0

13.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $63,214

16% lower than US avg

Home Value $148,900

47% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 60/100K

84% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 13.9%

59% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,210

4% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.2%

13% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.8%

50% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 13.6%

10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,088

Median Age36.6 yrs

Density1,395/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 50%

Veterans9.2%

Economy

B+

Median Income$63,214

Per Capita$29,277

Unemployment1.8%

Poverty13.6%

County GDP$12,084M

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$148,900

Rent$1,210

Ownership67.7%

Zillow$301,960

Housing Units483

Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

Violent60/100K

Property1,139/100K

Health

Obesity36.2%

Uninsured22.0%

Smoking14.5%

Depression23.3%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain33.6 in/yr

Sunny Days300/yr

Elevation648 ft (198 m)

Education

Bachelor's+13.9%

High School+72.3%

Graduate+2.2%

School Score4.43

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%

Commute25 min

Broadband78.2%

EV Stations1

Libraries6

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, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. 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 $63,214, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marion is $148,900, 47% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,210 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Marion is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 60 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,139 per 100,000, 42% below the national average.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Marion enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Marion has a population of 1,088 with a density of 1,395 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.7% female and 47.3% male. The city is predominantly White (49.7%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 7.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 68.3% of residents, while 31.7% speak Spanish. 9.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 26.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 76.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,088

Total Population

1,395

People / sq mi

36.6yrs

Median Age

6% below US avg

0.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%

Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Marion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 68.3%

13% below US avg

Spanish 31.7%

137% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Marion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marion is $63,214, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,277 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,116, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 5,146 business establishments, including 452 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 6.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Marion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,214
	16% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$29,277
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,116
IRS Avg AGI	$111,112
Gini Index	0.440 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.8%
	50% below US avg
Poverty Rate	13.6%
	10% above US avg
Establishments (County)	5,146
County GDP	$12,084M

Business (County)

Restaurants	452
Healthcare	517
Retail	490
Manufacturing	152

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,785
	151% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.0 min
Drive Alone	69.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Marion is $148,900, 47% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,960, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 92.2% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,210 (4% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $778 for a one-bedroom to $973 for a two-bedroom apartment. 67.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 483 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1986. The average annual property tax is $8,785 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$148,900
	47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$301,960
Median List Price	$253,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$253,999
$/Sq Ft	$156
Homes Sold	7
Sale-to-List Ratio	92.2%
Price Drops	62.5%
Inventory	32

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,210
	4% above US avg
Rent Burden	27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$756
1 Bedroom	$778
2 Bedrooms	$973
3 Bedrooms	$1,238
4 Bedrooms	$1,432

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	67.7%
Owner-Occupied	67.7%
Renter-Occupied	32.3%
Housing Units	483
Median Year Built	1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,785
	151% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.90%

In Marion, 36.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.1% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 32.7% have high blood pressure. 14.5% are current smokers. 18.8% report binge drinking. 29.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 23.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.0% experience frequent mental distress. 22.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,683. The dentist ratio is 1:1,539. 72.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.2%
	13% above US avg
Diabetes	13.1%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	32.7%
Asthma	9.8%
COPD	5.9%
Cancer	5.8%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.5%
	4% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.8%
Physical Inactivity	29.4%
Depression	23.3%
Mental Distress	18.0%
Physical Distress	14.2%
Short Sleep	38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	76.8%
Uninsured	22.0%
	156% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,683
Dentists	1:1,539
Mental Health	1:536
Checkup Rate	73.2%
Dental Visits	53.3%
Premature Death	6,848/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	72.2%
Healthcare Facilities	517

Marion has a violent crime rate of 60 per 100,000 residents, 84% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,139 per 100,000, 42% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 15 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Marion receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	60.4/100K
	84% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	1,139.0/100K
	42% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	15
Traffic Accidents	45
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Marion enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 300 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 648 feet.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	67.1°F
	24% above US avg
January Average	49°F (10°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	648 ft (198 m)
Area	0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density	1,395/sq mi
Coordinates	29.5726°N, 98.1429°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Comal County County
Nearest Airport	San Antonio International (SAT) 20 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.6"

12% below US avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (May) 4.72"

Driest Month (Mar) 1.85"

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	92.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability	22.8 / 100
Community Resilience	73.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Relatively Moderate
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Relatively High
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

226 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.5 on Jul 30, 2025.

Oct 20, 2011	14 km SSW of Falls City, Texas	M4.8	79 km
Jan 30, 2025	18 km ENE of Falls City, Texas	M4.6	64 km
Feb 17, 2024	3 km SSW of Falls City, Texas	M4.5	70 km
Feb 17, 2024	3 km S of Falls City, Texas	M4.3	70 km
Sep 14, 2023	16 km ENE of Falls City, Texas	M4.1	64 km
Apr 9, 1993	21 km NW of Pawnee, Texas	M4.1	85 km
May 1, 2018	4 km SSE of Falls City, Texas	M4.0	71 km
Feb 22, 2024	3 km E of Falls City, Texas	M3.9	68 km
Apr 7, 2008	7 km SSW of Falls City, Texas	M3.9	73 km
Feb 17, 2024	3 km S of Falls City, Texas	M3.9	70 km
Jul 19, 2023	19 km E of Pleasanton, Texas	M3.8	69 km
Feb 12, 2024	3 km S of Falls City, Texas	M3.7	70 km
Feb 17, 2024	2 km S of Falls City, Texas	M3.7	70 km
Jan 6, 2018	17 km SW of Falls City, Texas	M3.6	80 km
Jul 20, 1991	8 km SSW of Falls City, Texas	M3.6	75 km
Jun 16, 2019	5 km SE of Falls City, Texas	M3.6	71 km
Jan 31, 2025	19 km ENE of Falls City, Texas	M3.5	64 km
May 2, 2024	2 km E of Falls City, Texas	M3.5	68 km
Feb 23, 2024	2 km ESE of Falls City, Texas	M3.5	68 km
Feb 9, 2024	3 km S of Falls City, Texas	M3.4	70 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Beryl (2024, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2024	Beryl	Category 1	210 km
2021	Nicholas	Category 1	252 km
2017	Harvey	Category 4	127 km
2008	Ike	Category 2	295 km
2003	Claudette	Category 1	162 km
1999	Bret	Category 3	275 km
1983	Alicia	Category 3	256 km
1980	Allen	Category 1	261 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

379 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 6 fatalities, 163 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 27, 1997	EF4	90 km	1
Apr 28, 1953	EF4	54 km	2
Oct 12, 2001	EF3	91 km	0
May 6, 1969	EF3	72 km	0
Sep 20, 1967	EF3	9 km	0
Apr 25, 1966	EF3	88 km	0
Nov 22, 1961	EF3	43 km	0
May 10, 1959	EF3	89 km	0
Dec 1, 1953	EF3	22 km	0
Apr 28, 1953	EF3	38 km	1
Mar 21, 2022	EF2	99 km	0
Mar 21, 2022	EF2	36 km	0
Feb 19, 2017	EF2	36 km	0
Oct 30, 2015	EF2	17 km	0
Oct 30, 2015	EF2	50 km	0
Mar 19, 2012	EF2	70 km	0
Mar 19, 2012	EF2	91 km	0
Jul 21, 2007	EF2	22 km	0
Mar 19, 2002	EF2	63 km	0
Feb 19, 1991	EF2	60 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

10 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: DELHI (4,735 ac, 2011).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2011	DELHI	4,735	74 km
2011	SPICEWOOD	4,239	93 km
1984	STEWAIT	3,696	93 km
2022	TRAINING AREA 23	2,696	42 km
2002	UNNAMED	2,234	97 km
2022	BUDDY	1,521	93 km
2022	SMOKE RIDER	1,233	68 km
2008	SANDY 2-148	1,144	96 km
2022	DAS GOAT	1,135	76 km
2006	PURGATORY	1,004	35 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	49°F (10°C)	1.9 in	Coldest
February	55°F (13°C)	2.1 in
March	62°F (17°C)	1.9 in	Driest
April	68°F (20°C)	2.7 in
May	75°F (24°C)	4.7 in	Wettest
June	81°F (27°C)	4.1 in
July	83°F (28°C)	1.9 in
August	84°F (29°C)	2.4 in	Warmest
September	79°F (26°C)	3.6 in
October	70°F (21°C)	3.6 in
November	60°F (16°C)	2.6 in
December	53°F (11°C)	2.1 in

Marion has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 49°F in January to 84°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and March the driest (1.9").

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Marion is located in Comal County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 13.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 59% below the national average of 33.7%. 72.3% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 72.3% of the vote, a 45.5-point margin. 78.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 517 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 69.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.3%

D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 45.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	15
Traffic Accidents	45
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	13.9%
	59% below US avg
High School+	72.3%
Graduate Degree+	2.2%
School Test Score	4.43

C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,395/sq mi
Total Area	0.8 sq mi
County	Comal County County

Services

Broadband Access	78.2%
Avg Download Speed	170.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	28.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	517
Restaurants	452
Retail Stores	490

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.0 min
Drive Alone	69.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.9%

Average costs for common services in Marion. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit	$340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit	$194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning	$126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling	$243 ($146–$388)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement	$291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement	$194 ($97–$340)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair	$388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install	$6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair	$971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement	$8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense	$4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation	$486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation	$2,428 ($971–$4,855)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$146 ($73–$243)
Manicure	$24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure	$39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$78 ($49–$126)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread	$3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb)	$0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$83 ($49–$146)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($15–$73)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$194 ($97–$388)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$740
Toddler	$693
Preschool	$675
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$667
Toddler	$641
Preschool	$632

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Comal County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	10,358	493	$43,955	1.36
Accommodation & Food Services	9,499	433	$26,194	1.37
Construction	8,173	670	$71,456	2.04
Health Care & Social Assistance	8,122	519	$57,859	0.74
Administrative & Waste Services	4,831	339	$46,746	1.07
Transportation & Warehousing	4,603	130	$55,631	1.42
Manufacturing	4,206	192	$64,639	0.67
Wholesale Trade	3,686	256	$104,355	1.22
Professional & Technical Services	3,557	679	$84,886	0.67
Other Services	2,363	386	$44,346	1.03
Arts & Entertainment	2,070	87	$27,906	1.61
Finance & Insurance	1,553	312	$83,442	0.50
Real Estate	1,217	300	$70,789	1.03
Management of Companies	1,032	34	$179,891	0.80
Educational Services	912	64	$37,173	0.58
Mining & Oil/Gas	803	32	$92,291	2.78
Information & Technology	590	64	$84,219	0.41
Utilities	225	16	$101,662	0.77
Agriculture & Forestry	58	24	$29,785	0.09
Unclassified	53	36	$43,499	0.50

Schools in Marion

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
MARION H S	High	456	39	11.7:1
MARION MIDDLE	Middle	372	27	13.8:1
NORMA KRUEGER EL	Elementary	362	30	12.1:1
NORMA KRUEGER EL/BERT KARRER CAMPUS	Elementary	327	27	12.1:1

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Radio Stations near Marion

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
104.5 Latino Hits	—	AAC
KSTX-FM 89.1 "Texas Public Radio"	apm, bbc	AAC+ 64 kbps
550 KTSA	news, talk	AAC+ 64 kbps
KGNB AM 1420 New Braunfels	classic country, country	AAC+ 32 kbps
ProgRock.com	progressive rock	MP3 192 kbps
KPAC 88.3 FM TPR Classical	classical	AAC+ 64 kbps
KSTX 89.1 FM	public radio	AAC+ 64 kbps
Ticket 760	sports	AAC
La Preciosa 105.7	regional mexican	AAC
KTSW	university radio	AAC+ 96 kbps

Campgrounds Near Marion

3 campgrounds found near Marion.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
CRANES MILL PARK	4.4/5	63	$26–$35
POTTERS CREEK PARK	4.4/5	119	$26–$100
North Park	4.2/5	19	$20

National Parks Near Marion

12 national parks and monuments found near Marion.

Park	Type	Fee
Bastrop State Park	State Park	Free
Blanco State Park	State Park	Free
Buescher State Park	State Park	Free
El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free
Guadalupe River State Park	State Park	Free
Lockhart State Park	State Park	Free
Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site	State Park	Free
McKinney Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Palmetto State Park	State Park	Free
Pedernales Falls State Park	State Park	Free
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free

Museums in Marion

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
A.M. AND ALMA FIEDLER MEMORIAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM			$49,880,255
SOPHIENBURG MEMORIAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		8306291572	$225,956
SOPHIENBURG MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES	HISTORY MUSEUM		8306291572	$225,956
NEW BRAUNFELS MASONIC HISTORICAL MUSEUM & LIBRARY FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$183,012
NEW BRAUNFELS HISTORIC RAILROAD AND MODELERS SOCIETY	HISTORY MUSEUM	302 W SAN ANTONIO STREET	8306272447	$149,615
NEW BRAUNFELS CONSERVATION SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM		8306292943	$148,097
TEXAS AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION AND HERITAGE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		8303790933	$133,345
HERITAGE SOCIETY OF NEW BRAUNFELS	HISTORY MUSEUM		8306296504	$80,545
SEGUIN CONSERVATION SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM	415 S RIVER ST	8303720309	$75,807
NEW BRAUNFELS CONSERVATION SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM	1300 CHURCH HILL DRIVE	2106292943	$34,669
LA VERNIA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$5,649
CANARY ISLANDS DESCENDANTS ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	8235 AGORA PARKWAY SUITE 111 #594
CIBOLO VALLEY COMMUNITY MUSEUM ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		2106510394
COMAL COUNTY RIVER ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
FRIENDS FOR THE PRESERVATION OF HISTORIC LANDA PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HENNESSY TRAVELERS ASSOCIATION HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HERITAGE TRAIL RIDE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
KATY RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MCKENNA CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		8306069525
NEW BRAUNFELS MUSEUM OF ART & MUSIC	ART MUSEUM
ONE SEGUIN ART CENTER	ART MUSEUM		2103798970
PECAN MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	5440 S HWY 123 BYPASS	8303722850
RANDOLPH MASONIC LIBRARY AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
SAN ANTONIO MODEL RAILROAD ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM
SUTHERLAND SPRINGS HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	PO BOX 334
TEXAS CONNECTION TO THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2108282901
TUSKEGEE AIRMEN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Marion

Name	Address	Annual Visits
NEW BRAUNFELS PUBLIC LIBRARY	700 E COMMON ST	283,790
SCHERTZ PUBLIC LIBRARY	798 SCHERTZ PKWY	253,237
SEGUIN-GUADALUPE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	707 E COLLEGE ST	175,802
UNIVERSAL CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY	401 W BYRD	37,705
CONVERSE PUBLIC LIBRARY	601 S SEGUIN RD	33,487
CITY OF GARDEN RIDGE LIBRARY	9400 MUNICIPAL PKWY	6,989
MARION COMMUNITY LIBRARY	500 BULLDOG DR	6,047

Farmers Markets in Marion

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Website
Cibolo Grange Farmers & Artisans Market	413 N Main Street	02/03/2017 to 12/28/2017	Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Freiheit Village Farmers Market	2032 Central Plaza	03/20/2019 to 12/18/2019	Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Visit
Guadalupe Valley Gardener's Market	100 E Donegan			Visit
Guadalupe Valley Gardener's Market	510 E. Court Street			Visit
New Braunfels Farmers Market				Visit
Seguin Farmers and Artisans Market	510 Fleming	01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013	Mon: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Visit
South Texas farmers Market	8101 Pat Booker Rd		Tue: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Visit

Breweries in Marion

Name	Type	Address	Phone
Guadalupe Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries	1580 Wald Rd	5128789214
Hendrick Brewpub and Grill	Brewery	202 Clear Oak
New Braunfels Brewing Co	Food & Drink, Breweries	180 W Mill St	8306262739, [[8306262739]]

EV Charging Stations in Marion

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
San Antonio Raceway - Tesla Destination	3641 S Santa Clara Rd	Tesla Destination	3		TESLA	public

Cell Towers in Marion

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
3.45 MI EAST (46136)	GTOWER	97
3.45 MI EAST (46136)	GTOWER	97
12150 Loop 107 (59605)	LTOWER	60
12150 Loop 107 (59605)	LTOWER	60
12150 LOOP 107 (59605)	LTOWER	60
12150 LOOP 107 (59605)	LTOWER	60
1320 OLD LEHMAN ROAD (59631)	LTOWER	59
1320 OLD LEHMAN ROAD (59631)	LTOWER	59
1320 Old Lehman Road (59631)	LTOWER	59
1320 Old Lehman Road (59631)	LTOWER	59
106 SAN ANTONIO ROAD (78187)	LTOWER	59
106 SAN ANTONIO ROAD (78187)	LTOWER	59
19652 SOUTH STATE HIGHWAY 123 (59460)	LTOWER	59
19652 SOUTH STATE HIGHWAY 123 (59460)	LTOWER	59
19652 South State Highway 123 (59460)	LTOWER	59
19652 South State Highway 123 (59460)	LTOWER	59
6050 SOUTH IH-35 (83340)	MTOWER	47
6050 SOUTH IH-35 (83340)	MTOWER	47
6050 SOUTH IH-35 (83340)	MTOWER	47
6050 SOUTH IH-35 (83340)	MTOWER	47

Fire Stations in Marion

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Marion Volunteer Fire Department	301 S Center ST	Volunteer			830-914-3473

Power Plants Near Marion

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
GUADALUPE GENERATING STATION	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBINED CYCLE	221112	-98.1	OP

Bridges in Marion

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Concrete	1996	153	7,489	F
Slab	Concrete	1921	264	6,359	F
Culvert	Concrete	1948	40	1,978	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2005	55	200	F

Superfund Sites Near Marion

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
GUADALUPE GENERATING STATION	5740 WEIL RD	GUADALUPE
RIO NOGALES POWER PROJECT, LP	711 RIO NOGALES DRIVE	GUADALUPE
STRUCTURAL METALS INC	1 STEEL MILL RD	GUADALUPE

Airports Near Marion

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Austin Bergstrom International Airport	AUS	Large Airport
San Antonio International Airport	SAT	Large Airport
Lackland Air Force Base	SKF	Medium Airport
New Braunfels National Airport	—	Medium Airport
Randolph Air Force Base	RND	Medium Airport
San Marcos Regional Airport	—	Medium Airport
Stinson Municipal Airport	SSF	Medium Airport
4S Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
5D Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Alexander Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Alison Air Park	—	Small Airport
Ausmus Airport	—	Small Airport
Austin Paramotor Flight School	—	Small Airport
Bailey Airport	—	Small Airport
Bat Cave Field	—	Small Airport
Bear Creek Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Blanco Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Bleakley Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Boening Brothers Airport	—	Small Airport
Boerne Stage Field	—	Small Airport
Boma Airport	—	Small Airport
Bud Dryden Airport	—	Small Airport
Bulverde Airpark	—	Small Airport
Burg Lake Aero Airport	—	Small Airport
Burris Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Byram Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Cajun Hills Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Camp Bullis ALS Airport	—	Small Airport
Canyon Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Castroville Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Champee Springs Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Chips Airport	—	Small Airport
Cibolo Sea-Willo Airpark	—	Small Airport
Circle P Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Cross Triangle Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Cross-B Airport	—	Small Airport
Danz Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Dawson Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Del Valle Airport	—	Small Airport
Elm Creek Airpark	—	Small Airport
Fentress Airpark	—	Small Airport
Flying J Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying R Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Freedom Springs Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Garrett Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Goose Creek Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Grier Airport	—	Small Airport
Harmony Field	—	Small Airport
Harris Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Haverlah East Farm Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Marion

10 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Cibolo Police Station	162 East Loop 539
Comal County Sheriffs Office	3005 West San Antonio Street
Guadalupe County Sherif
Kirby Police Department
New Braunfels Police Department	1488 South Seguin Avenue
Northeast Sheriff Sub-Station	8794 Rocket Lane
Schertz Police Department Building #6	1400 Schertz Parkway
TLU Police Department	231 Prexy Drive
Universal City Police Department	2150 Universal City Boulevard
Windcrest City Police Department	8601 Midcrown Drive

Grocery Stores in Marion

3 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
DOLLAR GENERAL 10332	Other	851 W Fm 78
Penshorn Meat Market	Grocery Store	113 W San Antonio St
PicnPac 12	Convenience Store	415 W Fm 78

Treatment Centers in Marion

2 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Bluebonnet Trails Community Services - Guadalupe County	Both	830-386-2700
River City Rehabilitation Center Inc - New Braunfels	Substance Abuse	830-620-0282

Churches & Religious Organizations in Marion

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ALODAWPYIE MEDITATION CENTER TEXAS USA	642 SASSMAN RD
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS	3233 ASHLEYS WAY
COUNTRY CHURCH OF GUADALUPE COUNTY S B C-S B T	1005 FM78
INTERNATIONAL MARION BAPTIST ASSOCIATION INC	312 W WETZ ST
LIVING ROOM TEXAS	3208 JOSHS WAY
REDEEMER UNITED CHURCH	7415 GIN RD
THE LIVING WORD OF GOD CHRISTIAN	3239 JOSHS WAY

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Frequently Asked Questions About Marion

What is the population of Marion?

Marion has a population of 1,088 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 1,395 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.7% female and 47.3% male.

Is Marion expensive to live in?

Marion has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $63,214, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $148,900 (47% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,210 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Marion safe?

Marion is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 60 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,139 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Marion receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Marion?

Marion enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Marion?

The job market in Marion is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,116. There are 5,146 business establishments in the area, including 452 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 6.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Marion?

The median home value in Marion is $148,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,960. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,210. Fair market rent is $778 for a 1-bedroom and $973 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 67.7%. The average annual property tax is $8,785.

How are the schools in Marion?

Schools in Marion have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 13.9% of adults in Marion hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.3% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Marion?

The obesity rate in Marion is 36.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.5% of adults are smokers. 29.4% are physically inactive. 23.3% of residents report depression. 22.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 72.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,683.

What is transportation like in Marion?

The average commute in Marion is 25 minutes. 69.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Marion?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Marion is 49.7% White, 7.1% Black or African American, 2.7% Hispanic or Latino. 68.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 31.7% speak Spanish. 9.2% of the population are military veterans. 26.1% of residents have a disability. 76.8% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Cibolo, TX 33,829 pop · 4.5 mi McQueeney, TX 2,469 pop · 6.0 mi Schertz, TX 43,128 pop · 6.5 mi Lake Dunlap, TX 1,230 pop · 7.4 mi Randolph AFB, TX 1,400 pop · 8.7 mi New Braunfels, TX 98,700 pop · 8.9 mi Universal City, TX 19,853 pop · 10.0 mi Garden Ridge, TX 4,243 pop · 10.0 mi Selma, TX 11,302 pop · 10.4 mi Seguin, TX 31,789 pop · 10.5 mi Converse, TX 28,764 pop · 10.6 mi St. Hedwig, TX 2,839 pop · 11.2 mi Live Oak, TX 15,875 pop · 11.9 mi Windcrest, TX 5,815 pop · 14.9 mi

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