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Interactive Map of Marion, Iowa

City	Marion
State	Iowa (IA)
County	Linn County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	42.045394
Longitude	-91.586155
Population	41,535
Density	900.8 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	52302
Area Code	712
County Seat	Cedar Rapids
School District	Linn-Mar Community School District

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About Marion, Iowa

Marion is a locality in Linn County, Iowa, United States. It has a population of 41,535. The population density is 900.8 people per km². Marion is located at 42.0454°N, 91.5862°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Marion is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 52302.

Marion occupies a wide, fertile expanse of the Iowa prairie where the horizon stretches flat and open under a vast, unclouded sky. It lies 3.0 miles northeast of Cedar Rapids, IA (from Cedar Rapids, IA: bearing 53°T), and is situated 4.3 miles east of Hiawatha. The landscape surrounding Marion is defined by the steady, rhythmic presence of Indian Creek, which winds through the verdant lowlands just one mile from the center. Beyond the immediate fields, the terrain rises into the distant, subtle elevation of The Hogback, casting a faint, hazy silhouette against the evening light. Residents often walk through City Square Park, a quiet green space that serves as the literal and social anchor of the community. A short distance away, the waters of Cedar Lake provide a reflective surface that mirrors the shifting, pale colors of the Midwestern dusk.

Marion grew from the industrious spirit of early settlers who recognized the potential of this rich, black soil for agricultural expansion. The local economy has evolved from its agrarian roots into a diverse network of manufacturing and professional services that sustain the daily life of the region. Grain elevators and sturdy warehouses remain as structural reminders of the town’s long-standing connection to the harvest cycles of corn and soybeans. Laborers and entrepreneurs alike contribute to a quiet, diligent pace of life that values precision and steady progress over flash. The quietude of the surrounding plains encourages a reflective, industrious mindset that defines the professional character of everyone working here.

Marion cultivates a distinct cultural identity rooted in a literate, unshowy civility that values historical preservation and communal gathering. The town maintains a deep respect for its heritage, visible in the restored facades that line the streets and the frequent community events held in the open air. Among those who have walked these paths is the author Grant Wood, whose artistic vision captured the singular, stark beauty of the Iowa landscape with profound clarity. Public life often congregates around the landmarks that hold the collective memory of the people, fostering a sense of continuity across generations. This atmosphere of grounded, thoughtful engagement persists in every season, whether during the heat of a humid summer or the stark, crystalline stillness of an Iowa winter.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Willow Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 256° W
Butterfly Wings (Public Artwork) — 1.0 mi, 213° SW
Campbell Steele Callery (Gallery) — 1.0 mi, 218° SW
Lowe Park (Local Park) — 1.5 mi, 333° NW
Collins Road Theatres (Cinema) — 2.2 mi, 239° SW
Faulkes Heritage Woods (Local Recreation) — 2.4 mi, 209° SW
The 5th Realm (Attraction) — 2.5 mi, 237° SW
Grant Wood Trail (Local Recreation) — 3.2 mi, 117° SE
John Conley (Monument) — 3.5 mi, 180° S
Sister Frances Warde (Monument) — 4.5 mi, 229° SW
Sister Catherine McAuley (Monument) — 4.5 mi, 229° SW
Studio 17 of the Eastern Iowa ARTS Academy (Arts Centre) — 4.9 mi, 226° SW
History Center (Museum) — 5.8 mi, 221° SW
Gilded Pear Gallery (Gallery) — 5.8 mi, 221° SW
Modern Gallery And Framing (Gallery) — 5.9 mi, 220° SW
Witch's Basement (Historic Ruins) — 6.0 mi, 243° SW
Mount Trashmore Scenic Overlook (Viewpoint) — 6.7 mi, 210° SW
Springville Area Historical Society (Museum) — 7.4 mi, 082° E
Hawkeye Downs Speedway (Stadium) — 9.1 mi, 212° SW
Palisades-Kepler State Park (State Park) — 9.1 mi, 157° SE
Abbe Creek School Museum (Museum) — 9.9 mi, 136° SE
The Fun Station (Theme Park) — 11.3 mi, 200° S
Kimmel Theater (Theatre) — 11.6 mi, 135° SE
Lake Macbride State Park (State Park) — 16.1 mi, 172° S
Port Louisa National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 28.3 mi, 235° SW · 24k acres

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