Marion, Michigan
Village · Population 798 · #386 in Michigan
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About Marion
Marion is a tiny community in central Michigan, home to 798 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Officially, Marion is an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 1.29 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 619 residents per square mile.
📰 Marion News Today
- Schedule - Marion Eagles (Marion, MI) Basketball 26-27 MaxPreps · Aug 2
- Marion Air Quality Index (AQI) and USA Air Pollution IQAir · Jul 21
- Roger Darrow Nowland | Obituaries Cadillac News · Jul 27
- Obituary for Robert "Bob" L. Hamilton Jr. holdshipfuneralhomes.com · Jun 22
- Authorities arrest Michigan man involved in fatal hit-and-run crash on U.S. 23 in Marion County 10TV · Jul 28
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Marion Unique
- One of 25 places in the US named Marion — but the Michigan one has a character all its own.
- Part of the fabric of Michigan — one of 745 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Quiet streets and a slower rhythm — the kind of place people move to on purpose.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 16 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Marion
- 4 Corners Grill — american
- Dream-Diner — american
- Flashback Cafe — american
- Shananjac's Pizza — pizza
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🎡 Fun Things to Do
- Marion Area Historical Museum · Museum
Attractions mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Marion
- Amigo Hunting Club · Nature reserve reviews ★
- Marion Mill Pond reviews ★
- Winterfield Conservation Club · Nature reserve reviews ★
Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.
🏫 Schools in Marion
- Marion Elementary School
- Marion High School
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateMichigan
TypeVillage
Population (2024)798
Rank in state#386 of 533
Land area1.29 sq mi
Density619/sq mi
Coordinates44.0998, -85.1409