Marion is ranked one of the top "micropolitan" communities for business growth in the nation (Site Selection, March, 2001).

You'll find all the elements necessary for success here: good sites, good people, easy access to markets and the ease of doing business you'll only find in a proactive, business-friendly smaller community like Marion.

Available Properties - Excellent shovel-ready sites are available in our Dual Rail and Airport Industrial Parks. Marion also has quality existing buildings for manufacturing, warehousing and distribution. Many are rail-served with cranes from 10- to 300-ton capacities.

Infrastructure - Marion is located just 45 minutes north of Columbus, Ohio on four-lane, 65 mph U.S. 23 with active rail service from both CSX and Norfolk Southern. Marion combines uncommon convenience and competitive freight rates with the best features of a smaller community and the assets of a nearby major metropolitan area.

Workforce - With a long, proud tradition of farming and manufacturing, the people of Marion have a strong work ethic. This tradition, coupled with the Marion campus of The Ohio State University, Marion Technical College and Tri-Rivers Career Center ensures you a ready and able workforce for years to come.