Marion, AL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
2,994 332.4M (US)
Median Age
23.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$38,221 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$108,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$436 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$328 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Perry County
2
Alabama
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Perry County
2
Alabama
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 44
Feb 5 0 48
Mar 5 0 56
Apr 4 0 63
May 4 0 70
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 3 0 64
Nov 5 0 55
Dec 5 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 58% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 57%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, AL State Senate District 23, AL State House District 67, AL
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Schools

Francis Marion School
1 miles, W • 1.4 star
Marion Academy
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Southern Academy
16 miles, NW • 5 star
Greensboro High School
17 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Judson College
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Marion Military Institute
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Selma University
22 miles, SE
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Hospitals

Hale County Hospital
23 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Bibb Medical Center
24 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Bryan W Whitfield Memorial Hospital
32 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Key Field
86 miles, W • 1 star
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
93 miles, NW • 1 star
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