Marion, UT

Utah

Marion is a small town in Utah with a population of 694. Residents earn $91,458 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
694 Population 145/sq mi density
$91,458 Median Income $33,076 per capita
$594,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$91,458 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$594,100 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
40.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,458
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $594,100
111% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.7%
21% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 20.8%
35% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.7%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population694
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density145/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$91,458
Per Capita$33,076
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$1,875M
Commute36 min

Housing

B
Home Value$594,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity20.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain16.6 in/yr
Elevation6,478 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute36 min
Libraries1

Is Marion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marion receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. 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 $91,458, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marion is $594,100, making it a premium housing market at 111% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 6.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Marion has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.6 inches, including 96.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Marion has a population of 694 with a density of 145 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

694
Total Population
145
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Marion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.2%
3% above US avg
Spanish18.8%
40% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Marion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marion is $91,458, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Marion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,458
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,076
Avg Weekly Wage$1,092
IRS Avg AGI$147,183

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.7%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,655
County GDP$1,875M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare98
Retail111
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,084
102% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.7 min
Work from Home10.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Marion is $594,100, 111% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$594,100
111% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$981
1 Bedroom$1,082
2 Bedrooms$1,313
3 Bedrooms$1,746
4 Bedrooms$2,105

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,084
102% above US avg
Effective Rate1.19%
In Marion, 20.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 15.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.8%
35% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure25.6%
Asthma11.2%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity15.5%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death4,719/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access83.2%
Healthcare Facilities98

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Marion has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.6 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall96.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6,478 ft (1,974 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²)
Population Density145/sq mi
Coordinates40.6810°N, 111.2773°W
County FIPS49051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 40.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.6%
D 35.2%

Winner: Republican by 27.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.7%
21% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.82
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density145/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants70
Retail Stores111

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.7 min
Work from Home10.7%

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