Question 1

Is 62959 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 62959 in Marion has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Marion city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 62959 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 62959?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 62959 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 62959. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 62959 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Marion. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 62959?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 62959 is approximately $180K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 62959 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 62959 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 62959 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 62959 has an overall NeighborScore of 68/100, placing it in the moderate range for Marion. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 68/100, 62959 scores similarly to the middle tier of Marion neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Marion — ZIP 62959

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Crab Orchard High School	09–12	—	—	—
Crab Orchard Elementary School	PK–08	—	—	—
Jefferson Elem School	PK–05	—	—	—
Lincoln Elem School	KG–05	—	—	—
Longfellow Elem School	KG–05	—	—	—
Marion High School	09–12	—	—	—
Marion Jr High School	06–08	—	—	—
Washington Elem School	KG–05	—	—	—