Marion town, Wisconsin
Marion town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Marion town is a geographic entity located in Juneau County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 452. The land area covers 23.40 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 452 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 62.9 yrs | ±4.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 320 | ±138 | 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 | 468 | ±153 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 320 | ±138 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 148 | ±53 |
| Median Home Value | $177,400 | ±$41,914 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,227 | ±$147 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $31,495 | ±$4,757 |
| Per Capita Income | $24,592 | ±$6,619 |
| Poverty Rate | 31.2% | ±25.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 169 | ±150 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.6% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 318 | ±173 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 69.4% | ±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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TOWN OF MARION
GUS Population: 441 (2024)
ID: 177505
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
W3646 49TH ST, MAUSTON WI 53948-8919
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GUS Population: 26,590 (2024)
ID: 177065
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
220 E STATE ST, MAUSTON WI 53948-1388
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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-04 | Adams, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Adams, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Adams, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | New Lisbon, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Mauston, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Mauston, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-04 | Lyndon Station, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mauston, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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HATCH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 111 W. STATE ST., MAUSTON, WI, 53948 |
(608) 847-4454
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NEW LISBON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 115 W. PARK ST., NEW LISBON, WI, 53950 |
(608) 562-3213
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ADAMS COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 569 N. CEDAR ST., SUITE 1, ADAMS, WI, 53910 |
(608) 339-4250
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KILBOURN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 620 ELM ST., WISCONSIN DELLS, WI, 53965 |
(608) 254-2146
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KILBOURN PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 620 ELM ST., WISCONSIN DELLS, WI, 53965 |
(608) 254-2146
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NECEDAH COMMUNITY-SIEGLER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 217 OAK GROVE DR., NECEDAH, WI, 54646 |
(608) 565-2253
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ELROY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.9 mi away | 501 SECOND MAIN ST., ELROY, WI, 53929 |
(608) 462-2407
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WONEWOC PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 305 CENTER ST., WONEWOC, WI, 53968 |
(608) 464-7625
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LA VALLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.1 mi away | 101 W. MAIN ST., LA VALLE, WI, 53941 |
(608) 985-7323
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OXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.7 mi away | 129 S. FRANKLIN AVE., OXFORD, WI, 53952 |
(608) 586-4458
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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 MAUSTON 1 SE, WI US, located 5.8 miles from Marion town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.3° | 8.0° | 17.2° | 1.34" | 13.1" |
| February | 31.1° | 11.4° | 21.3° | 1.25" | 11.0" |
| March | 43.1° | 23.2° | 33.2° | 2.01" | 7.1" |
| April | 56.2° | 34.6° | 45.4° | 3.73" | 2.8" |
| May | 68.5° | 46.6° | 57.5° | 4.51" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.4° | 56.1° | 66.8° | 5.11" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.5° | 60.3° | 70.9° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.8° | 57.9° | 68.8° | 4.47" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.4° | 49.7° | 61.0° | 3.75" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.6° | 37.8° | 48.7° | 2.69" | 0.2" |
| November | 44.5° | 27.0° | 35.8° | 2.01" | 2.5" |
| December | 31.6° | 15.3° | 23.4° | 1.63" | 9.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mauston city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
| Lyndon Station village | Village | 7.3 mi | — |
| Easton CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
| Dellwood CDP | CDP | 9.6 mi | — |
| New Lisbon city | City | 11.7 mi | — |
| Adams city | City | 12.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5505749375. • 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.