Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 15.1% ▲ 51% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 15% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 334 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,034 (36%) |
| Some College | 3,089 (18.4%) |
| Associates | 2,573 (15.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,254 (13.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,486 (14.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,971 ▼ 33% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $120,134 ▼ 57% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $588/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 12,997 |
| Vacant Units | 2,917 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Marion County is located in Alabama and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 26,909 residents. With a median age of 44.22, it is a middle-aged county.
Marion County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $50,970 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.6%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 15.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Marion County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $120,134 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $588. Homeownership rates are high at 74.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Marion County are primarily White (90.42%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Marion County, AL is a working-class area in Alabama. The 6 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35543 | Bear Creek | 1,086 | $23,077 | $127,600 | $640 | 16.4% | 21.2% |
| 35548 | Brilliant | 1,760 | $48,155 | $64,600 | $418 | 4.8% | 19.9% |
| 35563 | Guin | 3,701 | $50,313 | $112,100 | $505 | 14.6% | 28.3% |
| 35564 | Hackleburg | 2,300 | $47,527 | $91,700 | $575 | 6.0% | 29.8% |
| 35570 | Hamilton | 10,621 | $57,384 | $120,600 | $563 | 3.0% | 30.8% |
| 35594 | Winfield | 7,441 | $47,946 | $144,300 | $703 | 3.4% | 27.1% |