Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 14.0% ▲ 40% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.2% ▼ 38% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.9% ▲ 21% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 608 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 17,340 (41%) |
| Some College | 7,861 (18.6%) |
| Associates | 6,221 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 4,131 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,127 (14.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,506 ▼ 26% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $144,387 ▼ 48% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $847/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 27,508 |
| Vacant Units | 2,850 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Marion County is located in Ohio and encompasses 10 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 65,372 residents. With a median age of 40.69, it is a middle-aged county.
Marion County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $56,506 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.9%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 14.0% 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 $144,387 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $846. Homeownership rates are high at 67.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Marion County are primarily White (86.66%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 24.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Marion County, OH is a solidly middle-class area in Ohio. The 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43314 | Caledonia | 2,506 | $56,042 | $179,700 | $790 | 0.8% | 19.7% |
| 43322 | Green Camp | 451 | $61,750 | $118,900 | $728 | 3.5% | 16.0% |
| 43332 | La Rue | 1,762 | $66,625 | $122,700 | $542 | 1.7% | 19.7% |
| 43302 | Marion | 54,581 | $53,833 | $139,700 | $853 | 6.7% | 23.6% |
| 43337 | Morral | 601 | $70,321 | $153,700 | $1,025 | 2.9% | 42.3% |
| 43341 | New Bloomington | 1,005 | $82,308 | $162,700 | $684 | 6.5% | 26.9% |
| 43342 | Prospect | 3,566 | $71,667 | $168,600 | $993 | 1.2% | 29.7% |
| 43356 | Waldo | 900 | $99,375 | $263,000 | $775 | 2.3% | 48.7% |