Marion, Alabama (pop. 3,600) is known as “The College City,” as the location for both Marion Military Institute and Judson College. The county seat of Perry County, Marion is located in West Central Alabama, off Highway 5. The nearest cities include Birmingham & Montgomery (75 miles) and Tuscaloosa (65 miles). Gulf Coast beaches are just three hours away, and the climate is mild.
Check out the City of Marion, Alabama website for more information.
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