Living in Marion County, South Carolina

Marion County is a county in South Carolina with a population of around 31,747. The main communities are Marion, Mullins, Nichols.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,373/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $80K. 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 87°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, 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 (13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Democratic.