Living in Marion County, Oregon

Marion County is a county in Oregon with a population of around 330,700, part of the Salem, OR MSA metro area. The main communities are Stayton, Mt. Angel, Keizer.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,373/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $429K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 46°F) and cool summers (highs around 71°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Marion County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 37 and a predominantly working-class population (24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.