Marion, South Dakota facts for kids
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Marion, South Dakota
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| Motto(s):
"The Right Place To Call Home"
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Location in Turner County and the state of South Dakota
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Dakota |
| County | Turner |
| Incorporated | 1881 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.87 sq mi (2.25 km2) |
| • Land | 0.87 sq mi (2.25 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,450 ft (440 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 849 |
| • Density | 978.11/sq mi (377.75/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
57043
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| Area code(s) | 605 |
| FIPS code | 46-40860 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1267470 |
Marion is a small city located in Turner County, South Dakota, in the United States. In 2020, about 849 people lived there. It's known for its friendly motto: "The Right Place To Call Home."
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History of Marion
Marion was founded in 1879. It was named after the daughter of a person who worked for the railroad. The city was officially established in 1881.
Geography of Marion
Marion is located in the southeastern part of South Dakota. The city covers a total area of about 0.87 square miles (2.25 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Population and People in Marion
The number of people living in Marion has changed over the years. Here's how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 338 | — | |
| 1910 | 462 | 36.7% | |
| 1920 | 535 | 15.8% | |
| 1930 | 704 | 31.6% | |
| 1940 | 765 | 8.7% | |
| 1950 | 794 | 3.8% | |
| 1960 | 843 | 6.2% | |
| 1970 | 844 | 0.1% | |
| 1980 | 830 | −1.7% | |
| 1990 | 831 | 0.1% | |
| 2000 | 892 | 7.3% | |
| 2010 | 784 | −12.1% | |
| 2020 | 849 | 8.3% | |
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Marion's Population in 2010
In 2010, a census showed that 784 people lived in Marion. These people lived in 351 different homes. Most of the people living in Marion were White (97.2%). A small number of residents were Native American (1.1%) or African American (0.4%). About 2.2% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Marion in 2010 was about 52 years old. Many residents were 65 years or older (32%). About 17.6% of the people were under 18 years old.
Famous People from Marion
Marion has been home to a few notable people:
- Frank Bausch was an American football player. He played as an offensive lineman in the NFL.
- Jim Bausch was also an American football player. He played as a halfback in the NFL.
See also
In Spanish: Marion (Dakota del Sur) para niños
