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Decorah, IA vs Marion, IA

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- People living in Marion are 28.0% less likely to have a religous affiliation, than people living in Decorah
 Decorah, IAMarion, IAUnited States
 Percent Religious  Unlock53.7%49.4%
 Baptist0.5%  Unlock8.2%
 Episcopalian  Unlock0.4%0.6%
 Catholic30.0%  Unlock19.7%
 Church of Jesus Christ  Unlock1.0%2.1%
 Lutheran43.6%  Unlock2.4%
 Pentecostal  Unlock2.2%1.9%
 Methodist5.2%  Unlock4.0%
 Presbyterian  Unlock3.2%1.7%
 Other Christian0.4%  Unlock6.7%
 Judaism  Unlock0.1%0.7%
 Eastern0.0%  Unlock0.5%
 Islam  Unlock0.7%0.9%
Reviews for Decorah    3 Reviews

ridiculously expensive housing for such a small town. The wages in the town do not even remotely compensate for the high cost of housing. Average housing prices start  More

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Over 15 years ago

I have been a resident of Decorah, IA for 26 years. Decorah is located in the northeast corner of Iowa. When we entertain out of town guests they always comment how  More

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Over 15 years ago

This college has the most extensive music program of any liberal arts college around, has a strong connection to public radio, and Decorah is reputed to be a lovely  More

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Reviews for Marion    3 Reviews

I've lived in Marion for ~22 years now, and it has its pros (+) and cons (-): + Marion is one of the safest places to live in the country. + The cost of living vs  More

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Over 15 years ago

Marion is clean, affordable and has one of the lowest crime rates in the state. The people here are friendly and helpful. Marion shares a border with Cedar Rapids  More

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Marion is one of the fastest growing communities in Iowa. We have a highly educated workforce, affordable housing, low crime and excellent education. Plus, there is much  More

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