Living in Marion County, Tennessee

Marion County is a county in Tennessee with a population of around 28,487, part of the Chattanooga, TN-GA MSA metro area. The main communities are Jasper, South Pittsburg, Whitwell.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,373/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $225K. 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 51°F) and hot summers (highs around 82°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Marion County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 43 and a predominantly working-class population (13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.