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Marion County, GA

Population Demographics

As of 2025 the population of Marion County, GA is 7,292. The population is expected to shrink to 7,188 by 2030 - a growth rate of -0.29%.

The median age of Marion County, GA residents is 45.

The diversity index of Marion County, GA is 61.4, meaning that there is a 61% chance that any two people selected out of 100 residents will be of different race or ethnicity from one another.

Housing and Income

The average household income in Marion County, GA is $64,389 and projected to be $71,432 in 2030. Per capita income is $25,951, projected to be $29,025 in 2030. 1.23% of households – 90 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $446,269 and the average disposable income is $49,921.

There are 3,491 housing units in Marion County, GA; 2,187 are owner-occupied, 750 are rented, and 554 are vacant. The average home value is $199,992, with 129 homes built in 2010 or later, and 99 built in 1939 or earlier.

Business and Workforce

There are 174 businesses in Marion County, GA, employing 1,643 workers and pulling from a labor force of 2,991 age 16 and above. 1,685 workers commute into Marion County, GA from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:

1,203 residents both live and work in/around Marion County, GA. The average travel time is 33.1 minutes. 2.74% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 3.49% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 2,256 drive alone, 507 carpool, and 11 take public transportation. 15 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 202 residents work from home.

1,764 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 482 have associates degrees, 573 have bachelor’s degrees, and 180 hold a graduate or professional degree.

Source: ESRI, 2025-08-18