Marion Illinois Map

About Marion, Illinois

Marion is a locality in Edwards County, Illinois, United States. Marion is located at 38.5512°N, 88.1084°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 62959.

Marion lies in a landscape that breathes with the quiet strength of Southern Illinois. It lies 39.7 miles north-north-west of Posey, IN (from Posey, IN: bearing 343°T), and is situated 6.0 miles west-north-west of West Salem. Rolling hills, softened by the passage of seasons, give way to broad, fertile fields where corn and soybeans stretch towards the wide, often dramatic sky. The air here, especially in the late afternoon, carries a peculiar stillness, a blend of sun-warmed earth and the distant hum of agricultural machinery, a sound that seems to underscore the vast, open quietude. Trees, sturdy oaks and maples, punctuate the horizon, their leaves rustling with secrets whispered by the wind, and in the spring, wild dogwood blossoms add delicate splashes of white against the emerging green. The history of Marion is etched into the very grain of its existence, a narrative woven from the rich deposits of coal that once fueled its growth. For generations, this was a place where the earth yielded its dark treasure, shaping the character and economy of the community. Though the mines have largely receded, their legacy lingers in the resilience of its people and the enduring spirit of hard work. Today, Marion’s economy is a tapestry of agriculture, small businesses, and services, supporting a population that cherishes its heritage while looking forward. The annual Illinois State Fair, held nearby, brings a vibrant, temporary effervescence to the region, a colorful counterpoint to the steady, enduring pulse of life in Marion itself.

About This Marion Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Marion, Illinois — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 38.55116, -88.108371. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Marion and Edwards County.

Detailed location data for Marion includes the ZIP code (62476), telephone area code (217, 618), county seat of Edwards County (Albion), and school district assignment (Marion Community Unit School District 2). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Marion is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.