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Marion, NC
B+
Population: 7,703
Home Price: $107,000
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Overview
Marion is a small town in the state of North Carolina with a population of 7,703. Marion has a four seasons climate. There are mountains nearby so you can enjoy the smell of fresh air and inspiration to be active.
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small Town
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(F) Poor
Cultural Diversity:
(A) Excellent
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
(C) Average
Safety Rating:
(F) Poor
Public Transport:
(B) Good
Average Commute:
24.1 minutes
Walkability:
(C) Average
Climate:
Four Seasons
Shopping Mall:
-
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
Yes
Near Parks & Green Space:
-
Social and Economic Statistics of Marion, NC
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Marion
North Carolina
United States
Per Capita Income
$20,812
$29,903
$32,693
Median Household Income
$41,580
$56,318
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
9.1%
6.2%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
13.2%
12.3%
10.5%
Age
Marion
North Carolina
United States
Median Age
40.5
43.3
42.3
Gender
Marion
North Carolina
United States
Male
51.5%
48.5%
49.8%
Female
48.5%
51.5%
50.2%
Race
Marion
North Carolina
United States
White
70.7%
70.0%
80.3%
Black or African American
12.5%
19.9%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.6%
2.0%
2.7%
Asian
3.2%
1.1%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
5.3%
2.7%
2.7%
Multiracial
7.6%
4.3%
5.2%
Housing Information
Marion
North Carolina
United States
Median Home Price
$107,000
$182,475
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$458
$682
$801
Family Households
43.8%
43.8%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
31.1%
31.1%
26.2%
Homeowners
51.8%
68.9%
72.9%
Renters
48.2%
31.1%
27.1%
Education
Marion
North Carolina
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
16.7%
8.7%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
30.4%
30.4%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
19.9%
22.0%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
9.4%
10.3%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
12.2%
15.8%
15.0%
Proficiency
Marion
North Carolina
United States
Mathematics
40.8%
40.8%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
47.6%
44.1%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Marion
North Carolina
United States
Murder
0.0
7.8
3.0
Rape
12.8
49.1
38.0
Robbery
12.8
72.2
40.7
Assault
127.6
285.6
188.5
Property Crime
Marion
North Carolina
United States
Burglary
1212.2
751.0
336.1
Theft
3840.8
2623.9
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
293.5
184.7
167.1
Arson
0.0
16.9
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Marion, NC
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
blue cheese
tasty
hot dogs
chili
chicken wings
quinoa
caf
restaurant
salad
vegetable
cheese
culinary
snack
chicken sausage
delicious
mcdonalds
pizza
nutrition
liquor
veggie
high school football
little league
basketball
football
video games
nascar
college basketball
college football
sports teams
nascar racing
teams
casual fans
ohio state buckeyes
fantasy football
racing
hs football
major league
wrestling
coaches
professional wrestling
nature
designs
museum
icon
antiques
library
jewelry
creativity
arts council
poems
painting
collection
creative
creation
visual
animations
landscapes
craft
mural
photography
spending time
video games
nascar
board games
books
motorsports
movies tv
hunting
outdoor activities
paintballer
anime
camping
toys
adventures
kayaking
rpgs
photography
collectibles
gaming
cycling
sports
tv
professional wrestling
pro wrestling
outdoor
motorsports
movies tv
government politics
marketing
hollywood
ent
creative
sponsorships
uncensored
comedy
photography
fashion
gaming
drama
recreation
western carolinas
sports
mountain
summer
winter
clean air
gardens
mountains
nature
space
green meadows
linville falls
hunting
beach
patio
outdoor activities
rec
picnic
tent
aquatics
pharmacy
food lion
retail
gift card
handmade
designs
restaurant
gift shop
auto parts
outlet
antiques
mcdonalds
drivethru
warehouse
walmart
furniture
soda
jewelry
lowes
liquor stores
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