Marion, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
674 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,944 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
71.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$96,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$425 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$556 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Osceola County
4
Michigan
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Osceola County
5
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 18 20
Feb 2 13 22
Mar 2 8 31
Apr 3 2 43
May 3 0 55
Jun 3 0 64
Jul 3 0 68
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 3 0 47
Nov 3 6 36
Dec 2 16 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MI State Senate District 34, MI State House District 100, MI
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Schools

Marion High School
<1 miles, E • 1.4 star
Marion Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Mid Michigan College
21 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Ferris State University
33 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital
24 miles, W • 4.1 star
Midmichigan Medical Center-Clare
27 miles, S • 4.1 star
Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital
33 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Cherry Capital Airport
49 miles, N • 1.4 star
MBS International Airport
66 miles, SE • 1 star
Muskegon County Airport
84 miles, SW • 1 star
Gerald R Ford International Airport
86 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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