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McPherson, KS vs Marion, IA

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- Marion is 0% more densely populated than McPherson.
- People are 5.2% more likely to be married in Marion.
- The Median Age is 1.8 years older in Marion.
 McPherson, KSMarion, IAUnited States
 Population  Unlock41,023329,725,481
 Female Population48.3%  Unlock50.5%
 Male Population51.7%  Unlock49.5%
 Median Age  Unlock39.338.4
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 Population - 201013,133  Unlock309,327,143
 Population - 2000  Unlock26,294285,036,114
 Population - 199012,422  Unlock251,960,433
 Pop. 2000 to Now  Unlock55.1%15.6%
 Pop. 1990 to Now4.8%  Unlock30.8%
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 Population Density  Unlock2,331.993.4
 Land Area7.4  Unlock3,531,905.4
 Water Area  Unlock0.0264,836.8
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 Est. Total Population By Age
 McPherson, KSMarion, IAUnited States
 Age 0 to 45.0%  Unlock5.9%
 Age 5 to 9  Unlock7.6%6.1%
 Age 10 to 146.4%  Unlock6.6%
 Age 15 to 17  Unlock4.2%3.9%
 Age 18 to 203.9%  Unlock4.0%
 Age 21 to 24  Unlock3.8%5.2%
 Age 25 to 3413.6%  Unlock13.8%
 Age 35 to 44  Unlock15.0%12.9%
 Age 45 to 5410.8%  Unlock12.6%
 Age 55 to 59  Unlock6.0%6.7%
 Age 60 to 645.9%  Unlock6.3%
 Age 65 to 74  Unlock9.6%9.6%
 Age 75 to 844.4%  Unlock4.5%
 Age 85 and over  Unlock2.0%1.9%
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 Race
 McPherson, KSMarion, IAUnited States
 White87.1%  Unlock59.4%
 Black  Unlock1.9%12.2%
 Asian1.4%  Unlock5.6%
 Native American  Unlock0.0%0.6%
 Hawaiian, Pacific Islander0.0%  Unlock0.2%
 Other  Unlock0.3%0.4%
 Two or More Races3.4%  Unlock3.2%
 Hispanic  Unlock2.5%18.4%
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 Marriage & Family
 McPherson, KSMarion, IAUnited States
 Married Population53.4%  Unlock49.8%
     Currently Married  Unlock54.7%48.0%
 Married but Separated1.1%  Unlock1.8%
 Single Population  Unlock43.9%50.2%
 Never Married28.9%  Unlock33.8%
 Divorced  Unlock11.8%10.8%
 Widowed5.6%  Unlock5.6%
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 Household Size  Unlock2.452.60
 Households6,011  Unlock124,010,992
 Family Households  Unlock10,61780,755,759
     Married couple, w/children34.6%  Unlock30.5%
     Married couple, no children  Unlock44.5%42.9%
 Non Family Households2,312  Unlock43,255,233
     Single householder, w/children  Unlock14.7%15.8%
     Single householder, no children6.0%  Unlock10.8%
Reviews for Mcpherson    6 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

I have been visiting McPherson for many years since stumbling across the place in 2009 on a road trip. The town has always been a peaceful place with wonderful parks;  More

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This is an ok place to live if you are white straight christan republican and like to think you're the only ones on this planet. If not, it's the most racially  More

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Over 16 years ago

McPherson is located in the center of the state. Easy to get to by I-135 & US 56 Highway. The community has a wholesome attitude, appreciating the simple lifestyle,  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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