Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Marion

Affordability in Marion, IN

Marion has a median household income of $71,563 and a renter share of 54%, meaning more than half of residents rent their homes, according to the Census ACS 5-Year (2024). With 852 income-based and HUD-assisted units across 16 properties, Marion has a meaningful supply of affordable rental housing relative to its renter population.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Marion Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 111 per 100,000 residents in 2024. 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 Marion's assisted properties scores 75 out of 100 (Very Walkable) and a Bike Score of 64 out of 100. These scores reflect walkability and bikeability near the assisted housing locations, not the city as a whole. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

Marion is served by 12 schools across 3 districts -- including 5 elementary, 3 middle, and 4 high schools -- according to the NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Living and Housing Affordability

The median household income in Marion is $71,563, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate (as of 2024). With 54% of residents renting, affordable housing options play a meaningful role in the local market.

Marion has 16 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties covering 852 units across the city. These properties serve renters who qualify based on income, with rents typically tied to a percentage of area median income rather than market rates.

• Total affordable properties: 16
• Total assisted units: 852
• Renter-occupied households: 54% (Census ACS 5-Year, 2024)
• Median household income: $71,563 (Census ACS 5-Year, 2024)

Income limits and rent amounts for specific properties vary by program type (such as Section 8, HUD-assisted, or LIHTC). Check individual property listings for eligibility details.

Environment and Flood Risk

All 16 HUD-assisted properties in Marion have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood zone mapping data.