Living in Marion County, Georgia

Marion County is a county in Georgia with a population of around 8,761, part of the Columbus, GA-AL MSA metro area. The main communities are Buena Vista.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,373/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $123K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 59°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are 1-3 hours away.

Demographics

Marion County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 45 and a predominantly working-class population (13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.