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Marion, IA vs Fond du Lac, WI

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Highlights
Are people in Fond du Lac older or younger than people in Marion?
- The Median Age in Fond du Lac is 2.1 years younger than in Marion.

Are housing costs cheaper in Fond du Lac or Marion?
- Fond du Lac housing costs are 24.1% less expensive than Marion housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Fond du Lac or Marion?
- The average commute for residents of Fond du Lac is 1.5 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Marion.

Things to do in Marion?
Marion, Iowa is located in Linn county giving its citizens access to top rated schools such as Jefferson High School while also having shopping options at Lindale Mall and numerous restaurants such as Grub Burger Bar

Things to do in Fond du Lac?
Fond du Lac, Wisconsin is situated in Fond Du Lac County featuring numerous parks combining with employment opportunities at Holiday Inn Express Fond Du Lac.

 Marion, IAFond du Lac, WIUnited States
 Population  Unlock44,412329,725,481
 Median Income$75,927  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock37.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$232,000  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.2%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.54  Unlock26.38
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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Reviews for Fond Du Lac    4 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

i was canoeing and i think my child fell into the lake but im not really sure, big splash, coulda been a rock. shops are very  More

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if you are poor white trash or from the inner city with a family member incarcerated, then fond du lac is for you. There is no culture here but drinking yourself stupid  More

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Fond du Lac County is an excellent place to live and raise a family especially if you are looking for a smaller unsophisicated city and great county to live in. If  More

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