Marion, MT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,149 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,105 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$370,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$413 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$586 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
89.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Flathead County
5
Kalispell Urban Area
5
Montana
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Flathead County
6
Kalispell Urban Area
6
Montana
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 16 24
Feb 1 10 27
Mar 1 6 35
Apr 2 2 42
May 2 0 51
Jun 3 0 57
Jul 1 0 64
Aug 1 0 63
Sep 1 0 54
Oct 1 1 42
Nov 2 8 32
Dec 2 20 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 7%

Schools

Marion 7-8
1 miles, NE 3.7 star
Marion School
1 miles, NE 2.3 star
Montana Academy
9 miles, NW 5 star
Summit Preparatory School
10 miles, E 5 star

Colleges

Flathead Valley Community College
19 miles, E 1.4 star
Salish Kootenai College
43 miles, S 1.4 star
Blackfeet Community College
83 miles, E 1 star

Hospitals

The Healthcenter
19 miles, E 4.1 star
North Valley Hospital
26 miles, NE 4.1 star
Providence St Joseph Medical Center
37 miles, S 4.1 star

Airports

Missoula International Airport
85 miles, S 1.4 star
Spokane International Airport
136 miles, W 1.9 star
Great Falls International Airport
159 miles, SE 1 star
Lewiston-Nez Perce County Airport
161 miles, SW 1 star