Marion is a city in Linn County, Iowa. The city is part of the Cedar Rapids Metropolitan Statistical Area.
A wealth of opportunity for business and quality of life. It's a rich blend of contemporary and historic. Its heritage is preserved in the brick-front buildings overlooking the majestic oaks of Marion Square Park. Present day influences are obvious with an array of new homes, state-of-the-art businesses and a top caliber educational system.
Marion and Cedar Rapids have long shared boundaries and today it is difficult to tell when you cross from one community
into another. But it has a rich heritage all its own flowing from the permanence established in the 1800s. One senses this in its brick buildings and streets. You can feel its prosperity everywhere, from a walk down the street, to the shops enfolding City Square Park in the heart of Marion's retail shopkeepers. Marion has maintained many links to its historical past with its turn-of-the-century homes and numerous antique shops. Antique lovers find Marion a haven of treasures.
The town supports the living style and quality of life that is expected by every resident in our region. There is a welcoming feel in Marion, especially during festival days. Throughout the summer residents enjoy evenings in the park with live music and food (its good music featuring popular local musicians, and great food from local vendors).
Housing Cost
Estimated median household income in 2007: $55,021
Mean prices in 2007: All housing units: $142,029; Detached houses: $160,473; Townhouses or other attached units: $139,310; In 2-unit structures: $191,498; In 3-to-4-unit structures: $135,852; In 5-or-more-unit structures: $108,236; Mobile homes: $26,335.
Demographics
Population in July 2007: 32,172. Marion covers 12.0 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 850 feet above sea level.
Zip codes: 52302
Weather
Marion, IA climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and very cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 20's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 85.30 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 11.50 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 21 degrees Fahrenheit, and fairly limited during winter with an average difference of 17 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Marion is 36.62 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is June with an average rainfall of 4.80 Inches.
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