Marion Population 2026
Marion has a population of 37,330, making it the #1206 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Iowa. It is about 236× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,330
Rank in United States
#1206
Coordinates
42.03°N, 91.60°W
~259 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,279 km
794 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Iowa
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | 214,133 | #109 |
| Cedar Rapids | 130,405 | #217 |
| Davenport | 102,582 | #313 |
| Sioux City | 82,821 | #436 |
| Iowa City | 74,220 | #508 |
| Waterloo | 68,460 | #562 |
| Ames | 65,060 | #607 |
| West Des Moines | 64,113 | #623 |
Cities near Marion
- Cedar Rapids130,405 people · ~5 km away
- North Liberty15,931 people · ~32 km away
- Coralville20,608 people · ~40 km away
- Iowa City74,220 people · ~42 km away
- Waterloo68,460 people · ~80 km away
- Muscatine23,968 people · ~82 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Marion?
Marion has a population of 37,330 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1206 biggest city in United States.
What state is Marion in?
Marion is located in Iowa, United States.
Is Marion the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,279 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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