Marion
A community guide to Marion in Illinois, los Estados Unidos.
- Population
- 16,855 residents
- Region
- Illinois
- Country
- los Estados Unidos
- Coordinates
- 37.7306, -88.9331
Overview
Marion is a populated place in Illinois, los Estados Unidos. The community supports 16,855 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Illinois. Its position within the broader regional network gives Marion a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Community and amenities
Marion offers the everyday community amenities that one would expect of a populated place in Illinois: places to gather, public spaces, and services that connect residents to each other and to the wider region. Educational, cultural, and recreational facilities serve the local population and reflect the priorities of Marion's residents. Visitors passing through Marion encounter a community whose character is built on the patient work of generations of locals.
Geography and location
Marion sits at approximate coordinates 37.7306 latitude and -88.9331 longitude within Illinois. The terrain and natural features around Marion reflect those typical of its part of los Estados Unidos, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Illinois road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Climate
The climate at Marion is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 37.73 within los Estados Unidos. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Marion experience. Visitors planning a trip to Marion should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.