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Marion, IA vs Midland, TX

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- Midland has 57.5% less rainy days than Marion.
- Midland has 41.5% more Sunny Days than Marion.
- On the BestPlaces comfort index, Midland scores 15.9% better than Marion
 Marion, IAMidland, TXUnited States
 Rainfall  Unlock1638
 Snowfall27  Unlock28
 Precipitation  Unlock42106
 Sunny188  Unlock205
 Avg. July High  Unlock9586
 Avg. Jan. Low11  Unlock22
 Comfort Index (higher=better)  Unlock87
 UV Index3.6  Unlock4.3
 Elevation  Unlock27792443
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 Midland    36 Reviews

We came from Central CA to Midland, TX for work. We love this amazing city. People are kind, caring & thoughtful. We love the neighborhood and people ate so giving of  More

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I lived in Midland for 10 years (about 20 years ago) and have returned for family reasons. Have noticed Midland has really grown and is sprawling out along I20 toward  More

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Over 6 years ago

Midland is somewhat of a paradox, people move here for the job opportunities. You live here so that you can make a good living, but all your money goes to the high cost  More

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