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Marion, IA vs Middleton, WI

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Highlights
- Job Growth in Middleton has been positive.
- Middleton has 0.9% more unemployment than Marion.
- Middleton job growth has increased by 10.0% in the past 10 years.
 Marion, IAMiddleton, WIUnited States
 Current Unemployment  Unlock3.5%6.0%
 Future Job Growth30.9%  Unlock33.5%
 Recent Job Growth  Unlock-3.6%-6.2%
 3 Yr. Job Growth-2.2%  Unlock-3.6%
 5 Yr. Job Growth  Unlock1.2%-0.7%
 10 Yr. Job Growth6.9%  Unlock6.3%
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 16 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 Middleton    4 Reviews

Over 12 years ago

Municipality is safe with education and personal enrichment very available and evident. Great qualify of  More

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Over 14 years ago

The city of Middleton offers six elementary schools, kindergarten through fifth grade. My children have experienced an excellent start to their educational career.   More

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