Question 1

Is 15759 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 15759 in Marion Center 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 Center city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 15759 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 15759?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 15759 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 15759. 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, 15759 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Marion Center. 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 15759?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 15759 is approximately $191K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 15759 at a premium relative to the metro median, reflecting the neighborhood's above-average crime and school scores. Median rent in 15759 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 15759 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 15759 has an overall NeighborScore of 70/100, placing it in the moderate range for Marion Center. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 70/100, 15759 scores similarly to the middle tier of Marion Center 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.

School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Marion Center Area JR/SR HS	07–12	—	—	—
W.A. McCreery El Sch	03–06	—	—	—

Marion Center — ZIP 15759

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