| | Riverside, IA | Marion, IA | United States |
| Overall | 81.8 | 81.8 | 100 |
| Food & Groceries | 101.1 | 97.6 | 100 |
| Health | 118.7 | 102.3 | 100 |
| Housing | 80.7 | 70.8 | 100 |
| Median Home Cost | $281,700 | $232,000 | $338,100 |
| Utilities | 10,270.0% | 10,100.0% | 10,000.0% |
| Transportation | 80.3 | 71.6 | 100 |
| Miscellaneous | 102.0 | 115.3 | 100 |
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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
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
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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