Marion, Louisiana facts for kids
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Marion, Louisiana
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| Town of Marion | |
Location of Marion in Union Parish, Louisiana.
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Location of Louisiana in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | Union |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.22 sq mi (8.34 km2) |
| • Land | 3.21 sq mi (8.31 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 180 ft (50 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 623 |
| • Density | 194.08/sq mi (74.93/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 318 |
| FIPS code | 22-48645 |
Marion is a small town located in Union Parish, Louisiana, United States. In 2010, about 765 people lived there. This number went down to 623 people by 2020. The nearby village of Truxno is also part of Marion's town limits. Marion is considered part of the larger Monroe area.
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History of Marion, Louisiana
Early Settlers and Naming the Town
Not much is known about the very first days of Marion. It is thought that the first families to settle here arrived in 1832. They were led by a man named David Stewart, who came from Marion, Alabama.
Because of this, some people believe the town was named after Marion, Alabama. However, others think it was named after Francis Marion. He was a famous soldier during the American Revolutionary War. He was known as the "Swamp Fox" because he was very clever in battle.
Changes in Parish and Town Status
Marion was originally part of Ouachita Parish. But in 1839, it became part of the new Union Parish. This change helped organize the growing area.
Later, in 1852, Marion officially became an incorporated town. This meant it had its own local government.
Geography of Marion
Location and Size
Marion is located in Louisiana. The United States Census Bureau says the town covers about 3.2 square miles (8.3 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a tiny part, about 0.31%, is water.
People of Marion: Demographics
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Marion has changed over the years. Here is a look at the population from 1910 to 2020:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 226 | — | |
| 1920 | 371 | 64.2% | |
| 1930 | 444 | 19.7% | |
| 1940 | 481 | 8.3% | |
| 1950 | 685 | 42.4% | |
| 1960 | 685 | 0.0% | |
| 1970 | 796 | 16.2% | |
| 1980 | 989 | 24.2% | |
| 1990 | 775 | −21.6% | |
| 2000 | 806 | 4.0% | |
| 2010 | 765 | −5.1% | |
| 2020 | 623 | −18.6% | |
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Who Lives in Marion?
In 2020, there were 623 people living in Marion. These people made up 294 households and 211 families.
Here is a breakdown of the different groups of people living in Marion as of 2020:
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 232 | 37.24% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 361 | 57.95% |
| Native American | 1 | 0.16% |
| Other/Mixed | 22 | 3.53% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 | 1.12% |
Education in Marion
Changes in Local Schools
For many years, students in Marion went to Marion High School. This school taught students from kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. However, in June 2013, the school closed. It had to close because not enough students were attending.
Since the 2013-2014 school year, students from Marion now attend Union Parish High School. This school is located in a nearby town called Farmerville, Louisiana.
Famous People from Marion
Some notable people were born in Marion:
- John David Crow: He was a famous American football player. He won the Heisman Trophy in 1957, which is a very important award in college football. He was born in Marion in 1935.
- Walt Goldsby: He was a baseball player in the 1800s. He was born in Marion in 1861.
See also
In Spanish: Marion (Luisiana) para niños
