RETAIL READY. BUILT FOR GROWTH. NATIONAL BRANDS WANTED.
Retail Recruitment in Action.
Marion, Arkansas is a thriving market just minutes from Memphis, backed by strong traffic counts, proven demand, and shovel-ready sites. We’ve partnered with Retail Attractions, to deliver the data, insights, and connections national brands need to succeed.
Just minutes from downtown Memphis, Marion offers a prime opportunity for national brands, franchisees, and retail developers looking to expand in a high-traffic, high-demand market. With a trade area of over 100,000 people and more than 50,000 vehicles passing daily on I-55, U.S. Highway 64, and Highway 77, Marion is positioned to serve both local families and regional travelers.
Why Marion? Just Press Play.
A Market on the Rise.
Strategically Located.
Many Marion residents currently travel 30–45 minutes to Memphis or Jonesboro to shop, dine, and gather with friends. By bringing your business to Marion, you're not just capturing local spending, you're also providing a convenient service for these customers. That’s money—and momentum—leaving our community daily.
With over $137 million in retail gap across key categories like full-service dining, apparel, furniture, and health & beauty, the time to act is now. There’s never been a better time to bring your brand closer to where your customers already live.
Our 20-mile trade area includes 100,000+ residents with a median household income over $69,000. Marion alone welcomes 16,000+ daytime workers and students, plus hotel guests and highway traffic.
And most importantly? Our residents are vocal about wanting more options—and loyal to the businesses who invest in them.
Ready to Bring Your Brand to Marion?
Arkansas:
The Natural State of Business Success
Marion is ready to help your business succeed from day one. As part of a state known for its pro-growth policies and streamlined processes, we make it easy for retailers, restaurants, and entrepreneurs to launch and grow.
You’ll have access to:
Startup and Expansion Support – Guidance, mentorship, and tools to help your business grow stronger.
Competitive Incentives – Grants, low-interest financing, and tax credits to make your investment go further.
Workforce Training – Programs that ensure you have the talent you need, when you need it.
Market Insights – Data and research to help you make confident business decisions.
In Marion, you get more than a location — you get a partner in your success, backed by the full support of the Natural State’s business resources.
Start smart. Grow strong. Stay local.
75Strong is a statewide program that trains economic developers and community leaders on entrepreneurship and small business development, in addition to providing direct technical support for Arkansas small businesses. Learn more.
Beth Wilson, Marion’s Economic Development Director, is part of the first cohort of 75Strong — working to connect entrepreneurs with the resources, mentorship, and opportunities they need to succeed in Marion.
ARise is a new initiative that helps tech and tech-enabled companies in Arkansas scale up, create high-wage job opportunities, and drive technological innovation. Learn more.
The Arkansas Business Resource Hub is a free and centralized online listing of organizations providing resources, programs, and funding for Arkansas entrepreneurs and small business owners. Learn more
The Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center is a higher-education-based economic development program that assists entrepreneurs, both new and seasoned. We help with every aspect of business creation, management, and operation. Learn more.