Marion city, Wisconsin
Marion city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Marion city is a geographic entity located in Waupaca County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,259. The land area covers 1.98 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,259 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 36.5 yrs | ±4.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 553 | ±83 | 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 | 617 | ±87 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 553 | ±83 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 64 | ±50 |
| Median Home Value | $104,200 | ±$16,018 |
| Median Gross Rent | $754 | ±$43 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $60,521 | ±$15,599 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,827 | ±$3,580 |
| Poverty Rate | 19.6% | ±5.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 239 | ±74 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.2% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 723 | ±137 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.4% | ±2.9% |
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: 1,286 (2024)
ID: 177281
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK TREASURER
PO BOX 127, MARION WI 54950-0127
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GUS Population: 51,171 (2024)
ID: 115040
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK/ADMIN. COORDINATOR
811 HARDING, WAUPACA WI 54981
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Marion | PK-06 | Marion, WI | |
| Regular School Marion | 07-12 | Marion, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Bowler, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Bowler, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Shawano, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Clintonville, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Clintonville, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Clintonville, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Gresham, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Gresham, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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College of Menominee Nation
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College | 18.3 mi away | N172 State Highway 47&55, Keshena, WI, 54135-1179 |
71579956003084
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MARION PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.1 mi away | 120 N. MAIN ST., MARION, WI, 54950 |
(715) 754-5368
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CLINTONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 75 HEMLOCK ST., CLINTONVILLE, WI, 54929 |
(715) 823-4563
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TIGERTON BRANCH
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 221 BIRCH ST., TIGERTON, WI, 54486 |
(715) 535-2194
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STURM MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 130 N. BRIDGE ST., MANAWA, WI, 54949 |
(920) 596-2252
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SHAWANO COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 128 S. SAWYER ST., SHAWANO, WI, 54166 |
(715) 526-3829
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IOLA VILLAGE LIBRARY
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 180 S. MAIN ST., IOLA, WI, 54945 |
(715) 445-4330
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WITTENBERG BRANCH
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Library | 17.2 mi away | 302 S. CHERRY ST., WITTENBERG, WI, 54499 |
(715) 253-2936
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S. VERNA FOWLER ACADEMIC LIBRARY / MENOMINEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.3 mi away | N172 HWY. 47/55, KESHENA, WI, 54135 |
(715) 799-5600
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SCANDINAVIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.5 mi away | 349 N. MAIN ST., SCANDINAVIA, WI, 54977 |
(715) 467-4636
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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 CLINTONVILLE, WI US, located 7.8 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 | 25.1° | 7.3° | 16.2° | 1.27" | 10.8" |
| February | 29.4° | 9.4° | 19.4° | 1.08" | 10.2" |
| March | 40.9° | 20.0° | 30.5° | 1.87" | 6.7" |
| April | 54.7° | 32.1° | 43.4° | 2.99" | 4.1" |
| May | 67.6° | 44.5° | 56.1° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.1° | 54.8° | 65.9° | 4.47" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.4° | 59.1° | 70.2° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.4° | 56.7° | 68.1° | 3.74" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.9° | 48.0° | 60.0° | 3.61" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.3° | 36.4° | 47.3° | 2.88" | 0.4" |
| November | 43.3° | 25.2° | 34.3° | 1.93" | 2.5" |
| December | 30.5° | 14.5° | 22.5° | 1.49" | 9.6" |
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 | 0.7 mi | — |
| Caroline CDP | CDP | 3.5 mi | — |
| Pella CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Leopolis CDP | CDP | 6.8 mi | — |
| Big Falls village | Village | 7.5 mi | — |
| Clintonville city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5513549400. • 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.