Marion city, Kansas
Marion city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Marion city is a geographic entity located in Marion County, Kansas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,897. The land area covers 2.76 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,897 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 47.4 yrs | ±5.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 848 | ±113 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 942 | ±113 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 848 | ±113 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 94 | ±67 |
| Median Home Value | $108,500 | ±$24,077 |
| Median Gross Rent | $636 | ±$107 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $58,387 | ±$12,874 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,669 | ±$4,475 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.1% | ±3.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 190 | ±72 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 905 | ±153 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.7% | ±5.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 1,890 (2024)
ID: 104722
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY CLERK
208 E SANTA FE ST, MARION KS 66861-1636
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GUS Population: 11,670 (2024)
ID: 208085
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
200 S 3RD ST, SUITE 104, MARION KS 66861-1656
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Education
Listing 7 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Marion | PK-05 | Marion, KS | |
| Regular School Marion | 09-12 | Marion, KS | |
| Regular School Marion | 06-08 | Marion, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Lost Springs, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hillsboro, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Hillsboro, KS | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Lost Springs, KS |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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ST LUKE HOSPITAL & LIVING CENTER
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Hospital | City address association | 535 SOUTH FREEBORN, MARION, KS, 66861 |
(620) 382-2177
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Tabor College
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College | 10.4 mi away | 400 S Jefferson, Hillsboro, KS, 67063-1799 |
6209473121
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MARION CITY LIBRARY
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 101 LIBRARY ST, MARION, KS, 66861 |
(620) 382-2442
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FLORENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 324 MAIN ST., FLORENCE, KS, 66851 |
(877) 739-2180
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HILLSBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 120 E. GRAND AVE., HILLSBORO, KS, 67063 |
(620) 947-3827
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PEABODY TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 214 N. WALNUT, PEABODY, KS, 66866 |
(620) 983-2502
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BURNS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.4 mi away | 104 NORTH WASHINGTON AVE, BURNS, KS, 66840 |
(620) 726-5717
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GOESSEL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 101 S. CEDAR, GOESSEL, KS, 67053 |
(620) 367-8440
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WALTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 21.1 mi away | 122 MAIN ST, WALTON, KS, 67151 |
(620) 837-3252
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HERINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.1 mi away | 102 S. BROADWAY, HERINGTON, KS, 67449 |
(785) 258-2011
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at MARION RSVR, KS US, located 4.0 miles from Marion city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41.0° | 21.3° | 31.1° | 0.80" | — |
| February | 45.7° | 24.7° | 35.2° | 1.21" | — |
| March | 56.8° | 34.7° | 45.8° | 2.15" | — |
| April | 66.9° | 44.6° | 55.8° | 3.11" | — |
| May | 76.5° | 55.5° | 66.0° | 5.20" | — |
| June | 86.9° | 65.6° | 76.2° | 4.54" | — |
| July | 92.2° | 70.1° | 81.2° | 4.34" | — |
| August | 90.7° | 68.2° | 79.4° | 3.98" | — |
| September | 82.7° | 59.4° | 71.1° | 3.50" | — |
| October | 70.3° | 46.7° | 58.5° | 2.55" | — |
| November | 55.5° | 34.3° | 44.9° | 1.38" | — |
| December | 43.8° | 24.6° | 34.2° | 1.18" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marion city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Eastshore CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Pilsen CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
| Florence city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Lincolnville city | City | 10.1 mi | — |
| Hillsboro city | City | 10.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2011544750. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.