What are the schools like in Marion, LA?

School district data for Marion is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Marion?

The median household income in Marion, LA is $22,284 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.9%.

What is the weather like in Marion, LA?

Marion has an average high temperature of 55.6°F in January and 92.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 1.2 inches.

Marion, LA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Marion, LA affordable or expensive?

Marion's cost of living index is 84, where 100 represents the national average. This means Marion is 16% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $139,300 and the median rent is $474 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Marion, LA?

Crime rate data for Marion is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Marion, LA a Good Place to Live?

Marion is a small town of 612 in Louisiana, with a median household income of $22,284 and a 6.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 84 (US average = 100), which is 16% below the national average.

Strengths: Marion stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Marion is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Marion city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 83.6

Marion's overall cost of living index is 83.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Marion costs roughly 16% less than the average American city.

Metric	Marion, LA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$139,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$474	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	58.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$22,284	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Marion is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Metric	Marion, LA	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	25.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	72.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Marion sees average highs of 55.6°F in January and 92.3°F in July, with 59.9 inches of annual precipitation and 1.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Marion, LA
Average High — January	55.6°F
Average High — July	92.3°F
Annual Precipitation	59.9"
Annual Snowfall	1.2"

Demographics

Metric	Marion, LA	National Avg
Population	612	—
Median Age	59.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	33.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	58.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	12.9%	22.2%
65 and over	36.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Huttig, AR 10 mi Felsenthal, AR 12 mi Farmerville, LA 13 mi Strong, AR 16 mi Sterlington, LA 18 mi

ZIP Codes in Marion

Marion, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

71260

Marion vs Other Cities

Marion, LA vs Huttig, AR Marion, LA vs Felsenthal, AR Marion, LA vs Farmerville, LA Marion, LA vs Strong, AR Marion, LA vs Sterlington, LA

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marion, LA affordable or expensive?

Marion's cost of living index is 84, where 100 is the national average. That makes Marion roughly 16% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $139,300 and median rent is $474/month.

What is the crime rate in Marion, LA?

Crime data for Marion is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Marion?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Marion, LA a good place to live?

Marion, LA has a population of 612, a median household income of $22,284, and an unemployment rate of 6.9%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Marion?

Marion averages 55.6°F in January and 92.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 59.9 inches with about 1.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Marion?

Marion, LA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 71260.

What is the population of Marion?

The population of Marion, Louisiana is 612 with a median age of 59.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Marion?

Key numbers for living in Marion: cost of living index 84 (100 = US average), median home $139,300, median household income $22,284. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Marion side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.