Marion, SD is a small town located in the southeastern area of South Dakota. With a population of 897, Marion is a close-knit community with a friendly atmosphere. There are many businesses and organizations in Marion to enjoy such as The Prairie Café, which offers delicious home-cooked meals, and the Marion Memorial Library where locals can find books, magazines, and movies for entertainment. For outdoor activities, residents can enjoy fishing and camping at nearby Lake Thompson or playing golf at the local golf course. Additionally, there are local sporting events such as football games on Friday nights and various tournaments held throughout the year. In addition to these activities, Marion also has several organizations such as The Lions Club and The American Legion that help make the city a great place to live.
The population in Marion is 897. There are 1,033 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Marion is 44.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Marion is 2.0, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Marion
- 50.7% are married
- 8.3% are divorced
- 22.5% are married with children
- 14.1% have children, but are single
Race in Marion
- 97.6% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.5% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.7% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander