Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Marion

Affordability in Marion, IA

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median gross rent in Marion is $961 per month and the median household income is $86,743 per year. About 23% of households in Marion rent their homes, reflecting a predominantly owner-occupied market where income-based housing options can make a meaningful difference for renter households.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Marion Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 146 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Marion

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Marion rates 72 (Very Walkable) and earns a Bike Score of 61. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

Marion is served by 15 schools across 2 districts, including 8 elementary, 5 middle, and 2 high schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living in Marion, IA

The median household income in Marion is $86,743 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median market rent is $961 per month, per the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing in Marion can offer significant savings relative to market rents. Rents at HUD-assisted and income-restricted properties are tied to household income and local area median income limits set by HUD, not to market conditions.

• Median household income: $86,743/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $961/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 23% of occupied housing units (Census ACS 5-Year)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 4 HUD-assisted properties in Marion have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a positive indicator for renters concerned about flood exposure.