Living in Marion County, Mississippi

Marion County is a county in Mississippi with a population of around 25,563. The main communities are Columbia.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,373/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $131K. 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 62°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Marion County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 41 and a predominantly working-class population (12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.