What are the schools like in Marion Center, PA?

Marion Center is served primarily by Marion Center Area SD. The district operates 2 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.2:1.

What is the median household income in Marion Center?

The median household income in Marion Center, PA is $42,059 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.5%.

What is the weather like in Marion Center, PA?

Marion Center has an average high temperature of 35.8°F in January and 82.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 42.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Marion Center, PA affordable or expensive?

Marion Center's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Marion Center is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $139,400 and the median rent is $804 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Marion Center, PA?

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

Is Marion Center, PA a Good Place to Live?

Marion Center is a small town of 492 in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $42,059 and a 3.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

Strengths: Marion Center stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Marion Center is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Marion Center 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: 93.1

Marion Center's overall cost of living index is 93.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Marion Center costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Marion Center, PA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$139,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$804	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	56.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$42,059	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Marion Center is served primarily by Marion Center Area SD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Marion Center, PA	National Avg
School District	Marion Center Area SD	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	14.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Marion Center sees average highs of 35.8°F in January and 82.5°F in July, with 45.9 inches of annual precipitation and 42.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Marion Center, PA
Average High — January	35.8°F
Average High — July	82.5°F
Annual Precipitation	45.9"
Annual Snowfall	42.2"

Demographics

Metric	Marion Center, PA	National Avg
Population	492	—
Median Age	47.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	36.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	90.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	7.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.1%	22.2%
65 and over	17.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Marion Center

Marion Center, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

15759

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marion Center, PA affordable or expensive?

Marion Center's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Marion Center roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $139,400 and median rent is $804/month.

What is the crime rate in Marion Center, PA?

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

What are the schools like in Marion Center?

Public schools in Marion Center are operated by Marion Center Area SD. The district has 2 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.2:1. 14.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Marion Center, PA a good place to live?

Marion Center, PA has a population of 492, a median household income of $42,059, and an unemployment rate of 3.5%. 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 Center?

Marion Center averages 35.8°F in January and 82.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 45.9 inches with about 42.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Marion Center?

Marion Center, PA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 15759.

What is the population of Marion Center?

The population of Marion Center, Pennsylvania is 492 with a median age of 47.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Marion Center?

Key numbers for living in Marion Center: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $139,400, median household income $42,059, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Marion Center side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.