Marion County, IL
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Marion County Overview
37,543
TOTAL POPULATION
18,520
MALE POPULATION
19,023
FEMALE POPULATION
97.36
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.72
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$30,360
PER CAPITA INCOME
$75,241
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$59,099
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
32.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
67.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,815
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
17,937
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Marion County Area Codes
Race in Marion County
The most populous races in Marion County are White / Caucasian (34,220 | 91.1%), Black / African American (1,628 | 4.3%), and Two or more Races (1,231 | 3.3%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 254 | 0.7% |
| Black / African American | 1,628 | 4.3% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 5 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 841 | 2.2% |
| Native / Alaskan | 13 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 34,220 | 91.1% |
| Two or more Races | 1,231 | 3.3% |
| Some other Race | 192 | 0.5% |
| Total | 37,543 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Marion County
The most populous ancestries reported in Marion County are German (8,575 | 22.8%), Irish (4,429 | 11.8%), English (4,153 | 11.1%), American (2,900 | 7.7%), and Polish (906 | 2.4%), together accounting for 55.8% of all Marion County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 7 | 0.0% |
| Albanian | 32 | 0.1% |
| American | 2,900 | 7.7% |
| Arab | 37 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 26 | 0.1% |
| Belgian | 8 | 0.0% |
| Bhutanese | 28 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 27 | 0.1% |
| British | 183 | 0.5% |
| Burmese | 70 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 14 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 87 | 0.2% |
| Cherokee | 79 | 0.2% |
| Choctaw | 1 | 0.0% |
| Colombian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Costa Rican | 38 | 0.1% |
| Creek | 8 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 27 | 0.1% |
| Crow | 1 | 0.0% |
| Czech | 112 | 0.3% |
| Czechoslovakian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Danish | 34 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 403 | 1.1% |
| Eastern European | 80 | 0.2% |
| Egyptian | 12 | 0.0% |
| English | 4,153 | 11.1% |
| European | 593 | 1.6% |
| Finnish | 4 | 0.0% |
| French | 590 | 1.6% |
| French Canadian | 41 | 0.1% |
| German | 8,575 | 22.8% |
| Greek | 39 | 0.1% |
| Honduran | 25 | 0.1% |
| Hungarian | 69 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 66 | 0.2% |
| Iraqi | 16 | 0.0% |
| Irish | 4,429 | 11.8% |
| Iroquois | 18 | 0.1% |
| Italian | 758 | 2.0% |
| Jamaican | 11 | 0.0% |
| Kenyan | 1 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 90 | 0.2% |
| Laotian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 162 | 0.4% |
| Mexican | 475 | 1.3% |
| Mexican American Indian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Native Hawaiian | 14 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 52 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 87 | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 9 | 0.0% |
| Peruvian | 64 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 906 | 2.4% |
| Portuguese | 3 | 0.0% |
| Puerto Rican | 130 | 0.4% |
| Russian | 43 | 0.1% |
| Salvadoran | 24 | 0.1% |
| Scandinavian | 56 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 340 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 396 | 1.1% |
| Sioux | 20 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 5 | 0.0% |
| South African | 24 | 0.1% |
| South American | 69 | 0.2% |
| Spaniard | 23 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 42 | 0.1% |
| Sri Lankan | 10 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 32 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 162 | 0.4% |
| Swiss | 65 | 0.2% |
| Thai | 45 | 0.1% |
| Venezuelan | 3 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 160 | 0.4% | View All 72 Rows |
Immigrants in Marion County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Marion County came from Latin America (207 | 0.5%), Asia (205 | 0.5%), Central America (160 | 0.4%), Mexico (135 | 0.4%), and South Eastern Asia (71 | 0.2%), together accounting for 2.1% of all Marion County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 10 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 205 | 0.5% |
| Austria | 2 | 0.0% |
| Canada | 10 | 0.0% |
| Caribbean | 11 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 160 | 0.4% |
| China | 46 | 0.1% |
| Congo | 4 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 54 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Europe | 22 | 0.1% |
| Egypt | 2 | 0.0% |
| England | 5 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 67 | 0.2% |
| France | 6 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 10 | 0.0% |
| Honduras | 25 | 0.1% |
| India | 46 | 0.1% |
| Indonesia | 5 | 0.0% |
| Iraq | 16 | 0.0% |
| Italy | 3 | 0.0% |
| Jamaica | 11 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 8 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 207 | 0.5% |
| Liberia | 2 | 0.0% |
| Mexico | 135 | 0.4% |
| Middle Africa | 4 | 0.0% |
| Northern Africa | 2 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 24 | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | 9 | 0.0% |
| Peru | 33 | 0.1% |
| Philippines | 57 | 0.2% |
| Poland | 22 | 0.1% |
| South America | 36 | 0.1% |
| South Central Asia | 55 | 0.2% |
| South Eastern Asia | 71 | 0.2% |
| Southern Europe | 3 | 0.0% |
| Syria | 9 | 0.0% |
| Thailand | 9 | 0.0% |
| Venezuela | 3 | 0.0% |
| Western Africa | 4 | 0.0% |
| Western Asia | 25 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 18 | 0.1% | View All 42 Rows |
Sex and Age in Marion County
Sex and Age in Marion County
The most populous age groups in Marion County are 55 to 59 Years (1,292 | 7.0%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (1,472 | 7.7%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 1,234 (6.7%) | 1,135 (6.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 1,226 (6.6%) | 1,189 (6.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 1,222 (6.6%) | 1,253 (6.6%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 1,147 (6.2%) | 1,163 (6.1%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 977 (5.3%) | 1,009 (5.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,198 (6.5%) | 1,132 (5.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,059 (5.7%) | 1,072 (5.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 1,041 (5.6%) | 979 (5.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 1,235 (6.7%) | 1,152 (6.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 1,110 (6.0%) | 1,039 (5.5%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 1,130 (6.1%) | 1,163 (6.1%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,292 (7.0%) | 1,472 (7.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,260 (6.8%) | 1,249 (6.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,063 (5.7%) | 1,314 (6.9%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 1,031 (5.6%) | 899 (4.7%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 497 (2.7%) | 722 (3.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 442 (2.4%) | 485 (2.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 356 (1.9%) | 596 (3.1%) |
| Total | 18,520 (100.0%) | 19,023 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Marion County
Median Family Size in Marion County
The median family size in Marion County is 3.03 persons per family, with single female/mother families (1,885 | 20.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.2 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (6,812 | 73.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.97 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 6,812 (73.0%) | 2.97 |
| Single Male/Father | 631 (6.8%) | 3.12 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,885 (20.2%) | 3.20 |
| Total Families | 9,328 (100.0%) | 3.03 |
Median Household Size in Marion County
The median household size in Marion County is 2.41 persons per household, with single female/mother households (1,885 | 12.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.58 persons per household. non-family households (5,908 | 38.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 6,812 (44.7%) | 3.02 |
| Single Male/Father | 631 (4.1%) | 3.56 |
| Single Female/Mother | 1,885 (12.4%) | 3.58 |
| Non-family | 5,908 (38.8%) | 1.21 |
| Total Households | 15,236 (100.0%) | 2.41 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Marion County
Out of a total of 15,236 households in Marion County, 9,328 (61.2%) are family households, while 5,908 (38.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4,278, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 4,963.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 4,963 (32.6%) |
| 2-Person Households | 4,278 (28.1%) | 860 (5.6%) |
| 3-Person Households | 2,173 (14.3%) | 27 (0.2%) |
| 4-Person Households | 1,489 (9.8%) | 9 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 830 (5.4%) | 30 (0.2%) |
| 6-Person Households | 361 (2.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 197 (1.3%) | 19 (0.1%) |
| Total | 9,328 (61.2%) | 5,908 (38.8%) |
Female Fertility in Marion County
Fertility by Age in Marion County
Average fertility rate in Marion County is 66.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 123.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 76.9% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 18 (3.5%) | 15.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 394 (76.9%) | 123.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 100 (19.5%) | 30.0 |
| Total | 512 (100.0%) | 66.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Marion County
66.4% of women with births (512) in Marion County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 29.7% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 277 (70.3%) | 117 (29.7%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 63 (63.0%) | 37 (37.0%) |
| Total | 340 (66.4%) | 172 (33.6%) |
Fertility by Education in Marion County
Average fertility rate in Marion County is 66.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 92.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 23.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 42.6% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 33 (6.5%) | 23.0 |
| High School Diploma | 200 (39.1%) | 92.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 218 (42.6%) | 73.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 42 (8.2%) | 50.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 19 (3.7%) | 59.0 |
| Total | 512 (100.0%) | 66.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Marion County
33.6% of women with births in Marion County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 51.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 16 (48.5%) | 17 (51.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 108 (54.0%) | 92 (46.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 161 (73.9%) | 57 (26.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 42 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13 (68.4%) | 6 (31.6%) |
| Total | 340 (66.4%) | 172 (33.6%) |
Income in Marion County
Income Overview in Marion County
Per Capita Income in Marion County is $30,360, while median incomes of families and households are $75,241 and $59,099 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 37,543 | $30,360 |
| Median Family Income | 9,328 | $75,241 |
| Mean Family Income | 9,328 | $87,978 |
| Median Household Income | 15,236 | $59,099 |
| Mean Household Income | 15,236 | $73,326 |
| Income Deficit | 9,328 | $9,815 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 37,543 | 32.62% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 37,543 | 67.38¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 37,543 | 0.43 |
Earnings by Sex in Marion County
Average Earnings in Marion County are $35,632, $42,422 for men and $28,584 for women, a difference of 32.6%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 9,724 (52.8%) | $42,422 |
| Female | 8,692 (47.2%) | $28,584 |
| Total | 18,416 (100.0%) | $35,632 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Marion County
The most common earnings brackets in Marion County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (1,080 | 11.1%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (766 | 8.8%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 519 (5.3%) | 608 (7.0%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 395 (4.1%) | 370 (4.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 445 (4.6%) | 375 (4.3%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 238 (2.5%) | 361 (4.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 224 (2.3%) | 342 (3.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 234 (2.4%) | 316 (3.6%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 176 (1.8%) | 369 (4.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 241 (2.5%) | 414 (4.8%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 234 (2.4%) | 187 (2.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 231 (2.4%) | 455 (5.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 586 (6.0%) | 766 (8.8%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 487 (5.0%) | 518 (6.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 447 (4.6%) | 530 (6.1%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 650 (6.7%) | 596 (6.9%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 586 (6.0%) | 598 (6.9%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 613 (6.3%) | 376 (4.3%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 723 (7.4%) | 632 (7.3%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 784 (8.1%) | 349 (4.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,080 (11.1%) | 243 (2.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 831 (8.6%) | 287 (3.3%) |
| Total | 9,724 (100.0%) | 8,692 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Marion County
Average earnings in Marion County are $47,246 for men and $33,678 for women, a difference of 28.7%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $70,879, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $29,318. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,250, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $13,485.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $29,318 | $13,485 |
| High School Diploma | $41,036 | $24,700 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $47,808 | $33,307 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $70,879 | $44,634 |
| Graduate Degree | $66,500 | $58,250 |
| Total | $47,246 | $33,678 |
Family Income in Marion County
Family Income Brackets in Marion County
According to the Marion County family income data, there are 1,866 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.0% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 177 families (1.9%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 326 | 3.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 177 | 1.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 653 | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 522 | 5.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,269 | 13.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,698 | 18.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,735 | 18.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,866 | 20.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 532 | 5.7% |
| $200,000+ | 550 | 5.9% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Marion County
7+ person families (155 | 1.7%) account for the highest median family income in Marion County with $127,844 per family, while 2-person families (4,587 | 49.2%) have the highest median income of $34,244 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 4,587 (49.2%) | $68,489 |
| 3-Person Families | 2,213 (23.7%) | $79,353 |
| 4-Person Families | 1,473 (15.8%) | $81,932 |
| 5-Person Families | 656 (7.0%) | $93,750 |
| 6-Person Families | 244 (2.6%) | $85,882 |
| 7+ Person Families | 155 (1.7%) | $127,844 |
| Total | 9,328 (100.0%) | $75,241 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Marion County
The median family income in Marion County is $75,241, with families comprising 3+ earners (940) having the highest median family income of $128,875, while families with 1 earner (3,203) have the lowest median family income of $51,826, accounting for 10.1% and 34.3% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,603 (17.2%) | $55,036 |
| 1 Earner | 3,203 (34.3%) | $51,826 |
| 2 Earners | 3,582 (38.4%) | $91,879 |
| 3+ Earners | 940 (10.1%) | $128,875 |
| Total | 9,328 (100.0%) | $75,241 |
Household Income in Marion County
Household Income Brackets in Marion County
With 2,956 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Marion County, accounting for 19.4% of all households. In contrast, only 594 households (3.9%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 899 | 5.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 701 | 4.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 1,645 | 10.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,219 | 8.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2,057 | 13.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,956 | 19.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,270 | 14.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,285 | 15.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 609 | 4.0% |
| $200,000+ | 594 | 3.9% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Marion County
The median household income in Marion County is $59,099, with the highest median household income of $68,616 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 5,389 households (35.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $38,009, with 419 households (2.8%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 419 (2.8%) | $38,009 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 4,576 (30.0%) | $67,381 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 5,389 (35.4%) | $68,616 |
| 65+ Years | 4,852 (31.9%) | $47,752 |
| Total | 15,236 (100.0%) | $59,099 |
Poverty in Marion County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Marion County
With 13.8% poverty level for males and 20.0% for females among the residents of Marion County, under 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 383 males (32.0%) and 401 females (37.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 383 (32.0%) | 401 (37.3%) |
| 5 Years | 50 (23.7%) | 37 (17.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 202 (15.8%) | 377 (26.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 80 (11.3%) | 202 (32.4%) |
| 15 Years | 42 (15.1%) | 41 (16.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 94 (21.1%) | 97 (17.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 190 (14.3%) | 290 (22.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 356 (16.1%) | 513 (23.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 332 (14.6%) | 594 (27.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 281 (12.8%) | 322 (14.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 298 (11.8%) | 377 (14.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 98 (4.9%) | 232 (10.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 67 (5.4%) | 201 (13.0%) |
| Total | 2,473 (13.8%) | 3,684 (20.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Marion County
According to the poverty statistics in Marion County, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.1% of males and 89.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 815 (68.0%) | 675 (62.7%) |
| 5 Years | 161 (76.3%) | 175 (82.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 1,077 (84.2%) | 1,075 (74.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 628 (88.7%) | 422 (67.6%) |
| 15 Years | 236 (84.9%) | 213 (83.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 352 (78.9%) | 449 (82.2%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 1,136 (85.7%) | 1,029 (78.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,856 (83.9%) | 1,691 (76.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,938 (85.4%) | 1,537 (72.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,915 (87.2%) | 1,854 (85.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,228 (88.2%) | 2,287 (85.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,909 (95.1%) | 1,967 (89.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,175 (94.6%) | 1,345 (87.0%) |
| Total | 15,426 (86.2%) | 14,719 (80.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Marion County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Marion County show that 5.8% or 398 of the total 6,812 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 30.4%, comprising of 14 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.8%, which includes 200 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 3,989 (95.2%) | 200 (4.8%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,842 (94.2%) | 114 (5.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 551 (88.7%) | 70 (11.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 32 (69.6%) | 14 (30.4%) |
| Total | 6,414 (94.2%) | 398 (5.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Marion County
According to the poverty data in Marion County, 11.3% or 71 single-father households and 33.2% or 626 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 households (66.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 11 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 20 (7.8%) | 63 (14.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 26 (9.3%) | 427 (35.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 9 (12.2%) | 125 (54.3%) |
| 5 or more Children | 16 (66.7%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Total | 71 (11.3%) | 626 (33.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Marion County
The poverty data for Marion County shows that 398 of the married-couple family households (5.8%) and 697 of the single-parent households (27.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (30.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 27 household (77.1%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 200 (4.8%) | 83 (11.9%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 114 (5.8%) | 453 (30.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 70 (11.3%) | 134 (44.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 14 (30.4%) | 27 (77.1%) |
| Total | 398 (5.8%) | 697 (27.7%) |
Employment Characteristics in Marion County
Employment by Class of Employer in Marion County
Among the 16,031 employed individuals in Marion County, private company employees (10,959 | 68.4%), not-for-profit organizations (1,378 | 8.6%), and local government employees (1,305 | 8.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 10,959 | 68.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 375 | 2.3% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 857 | 5.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,378 | 8.6% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,305 | 8.1% |
| State Government Employees | 885 | 5.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 252 | 1.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 20 | 0.1% |
| Total | 16,031 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Marion County
According to the labor force statistics for Marion County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (29,747), 60.3% or 17,937 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.1% or 1,453 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 85.4% or 1,820 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 18.5% or 294 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 979 (55.2%) | 108 (11.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 1,587 (79.9%) | 294 (18.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 1,927 (82.7%) | 260 (13.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,820 (85.4%) | 93 (5.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,667 (83.2%) | 367 (10.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 3,611 (81.3%) | 181 (5.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,863 (67.4%) | 63 (3.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,147 (45.7%) | 63 (5.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,107 (25.7%) | 31 (2.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 223 (7.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 17,937 (60.3%) | 1,453 (8.1%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Marion County
According to labor force statistics for Marion County, 75.5% of individuals (14,030) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (18,583) are in the labor force, with 7.3% or 1,024 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 87.2% or 2,905 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 17.9% or 166 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 930 (55.1%) | 302 (17.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 4,532 (70.2%) | 775 (12.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 5,673 (79.8%) | 377 (5.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,905 (87.2%) | 23 (0.7%) |
| Total | 14,030 (75.5%) | 1,357 (7.3%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Marion County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Marion County are Community & Social Service (1,583 | 9.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (1,216 | 7.4%), Management (1,091 | 6.6%), Education Instruction & Library (914 | 5.6%), and Health Technologists (700 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Marion County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (93.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (74.1%), and Management (65.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (83.0%), Education Instruction & Library (78.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (77.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 719 (65.9%) | 372 (34.1%) |
| Business & Financial | 231 (51.9%) | 214 (48.1%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 295 (74.1%) | 103 (25.9%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 70 (49.6%) | 71 (50.3%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 200 (93.0%) | 15 (7.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 25 (59.5%) | 17 (40.5%) |
| Community & Social Service | 608 (38.4%) | 975 (61.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 264 (61.4%) | 166 (38.6%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 63 (54.3%) | 53 (45.7%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 200 (21.9%) | 714 (78.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 81 (65.8%) | 42 (34.2%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 275 (22.6%) | 941 (77.4%) |
| Health Technologists | 119 (17.0%) | 581 (83.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 2,128 (45.0%) | 2,605 (55.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,572 (52.1%) | 7,877 (47.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Marion County are Food Preparation & Serving (936 | 5.7%), Healthcare Support (752 | 4.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (630 | 3.8%), Personal Care & Service (408 | 2.5%), and Security & Protection (380 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Marion County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (84.2%), Security & Protection (75.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (63.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (88.3%), Personal Care & Service (77.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (67.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 88 (11.7%) | 664 (88.3%) |
| Security & Protection | 287 (75.5%) | 93 (24.5%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 100 (63.3%) | 58 (36.7%) |
| Law Enforcement | 187 (84.2%) | 35 (15.8%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 309 (33.0%) | 627 (67.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 393 (62.4%) | 237 (37.6%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 92 (22.6%) | 316 (77.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,169 (37.6%) | 1,937 (62.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,572 (52.1%) | 7,877 (47.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Marion County are Office & Administration (1,574 | 9.6%), and Sales & Related (1,466 | 8.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 568 (38.7%) | 898 (61.3%) |
| Office & Administration | 259 (16.5%) | 1,315 (83.6%) |
| Total (Category) | 827 (27.2%) | 2,213 (72.8%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,572 (52.1%) | 7,877 (47.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Marion County are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (651 | 4.0%), Construction & Extraction (582 | 3.5%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (165 | 1.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 122 (73.9%) | 43 (26.1%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 582 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 633 (97.2%) | 18 (2.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,337 (95.6%) | 61 (4.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,572 (52.1%) | 7,877 (47.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Marion County are Production (2,103 | 12.8%), Transportation (1,066 | 6.5%), and Material Moving (1,003 | 6.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 1,328 (63.1%) | 775 (36.8%) |
| Transportation | 978 (91.7%) | 88 (8.3%) |
| Material Moving | 805 (80.3%) | 198 (19.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 3,111 (74.6%) | 1,061 (25.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 8,572 (52.1%) | 7,877 (47.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Marion County
Employment Industries in Marion County
The major employment industries in Marion County include Manufacturing (3,146 | 19.1%), Health Care & Social Assistance (2,928 | 17.8%), Retail Trade (1,852 | 11.3%), Educational Services (1,283 | 7.8%), and Transportation & Warehousing (1,204 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Marion County
The Marion County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (96.9%), and Administrative & Support (82.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (97.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (81.8%), and Educational Services (69.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 219 (71.1%) | 89 (28.9%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 35 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 751 (96.9%) | 24 (3.1%) |
| Manufacturing | 2,140 (68.0%) | 1,006 (32.0%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 309 (77.2%) | 91 (22.8%) |
| Retail Trade | 832 (44.9%) | 1,020 (55.1%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 950 (78.9%) | 254 (21.1%) |
| Utilities | 55 (75.3%) | 18 (24.7%) |
| Information | 95 (34.1%) | 184 (65.9%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 256 (48.3%) | 274 (51.7%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 3 (2.1%) | 138 (97.9%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 125 (61.3%) | 79 (38.7%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 316 (82.7%) | 66 (17.3%) |
| Educational Services | 392 (30.5%) | 891 (69.5%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 534 (18.2%) | 2,394 (81.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 147 (76.2%) | 46 (23.8%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 431 (37.5%) | 719 (62.5%) |
| Public Administration | 427 (60.3%) | 281 (39.7%) |
| Total | 8,572 (52.1%) | 7,877 (47.9%) |
Education in Marion County
School Enrollment in Marion County
The most common levels of schooling among the 8,319 students in Marion County are middle school (2,152 | 25.9%), elementary school (1,840 | 22.1%), and high school (1,794 | 21.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 740 | 8.9% |
| Kindergarten | 592 | 7.1% |
| Elementary School | 1,840 | 22.1% |
| Middle School | 2,152 | 25.9% |
| High School | 1,794 | 21.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 1,072 | 12.9% |
| Graduate / Professional | 129 | 1.5% |
| Total | 8,319 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Marion County
Out of a total of 8,319 students who are enrolled in schools in Marion County, 1,081 (13.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 7,238 (87.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 234 (38.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 439 (93.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 378 (61.8%) | 234 (38.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 2,022 (86.1%) | 327 (13.9%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 2,198 (89.9%) | 246 (10.1%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 1,374 (93.3%) | 99 (6.7%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 437 (88.3%) | 58 (11.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 439 (93.6%) | 30 (6.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 178 (82.8%) | 37 (17.2%) |
| 35 Years and over | 208 (79.4%) | 54 (20.6%) |
| Total | 7,238 (87.0%) | 1,081 (13.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Marion County
Education (1,208 | 26.5%), business (857 | 18.8%), science & technology (562 | 12.3%), bio, nature & agricultural (292 | 6.4%), and arts & humanities (275 | 6.0%) are the most common fields of study among 4,564 individuals in Marion County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 170 | 3.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 292 | 6.4% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 61 | 1.3% |
| Psychology | 212 | 4.6% |
| Social Sciences | 139 | 3.0% |
| Engineering | 253 | 5.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 5 | 0.1% |
| Science & Technology | 562 | 12.3% |
| Business | 857 | 18.8% |
| Education | 1,208 | 26.5% |
| Literature & Languages | 138 | 3.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 141 | 3.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 104 | 2.3% |
| Communications | 147 | 3.2% |
| Arts & Humanities | 275 | 6.0% |
| Total | 4,564 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Marion County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Marion County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Marion County are males with 2 vehicles (3,807, accounting for 45.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (3,277, making up 50.0%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 153 (1.8%) | 76 (1.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,254 (15.0%) | 1,695 (22.3%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 3,807 (45.5%) | 3,277 (43.1%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,870 (22.4%) | 1,720 (22.6%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 840 (10.1%) | 518 (6.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 438 (5.2%) | 324 (4.3%) |
| Total | 8,362 (100.0%) | 7,610 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Marion County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Marion County are 5 to 9 minutes (3,482 commuters, 22.8%), 10 to 14 minutes (2,823 commuters, 18.5%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,843 commuters, 12.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 791 | 5.2% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 3,482 | 22.8% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 2,823 | 18.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,843 | 12.1% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,701 | 11.2% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 966 | 6.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 1,672 | 11.0% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 330 | 2.2% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 349 | 2.3% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 610 | 4.0% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 395 | 2.6% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 299 | 2.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in Marion County
The most common commute times in Marion County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,548 commuters, 19.5%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,934 commuters, 26.5%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 404 (5.1%) | 387 (5.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,548 (19.5%) | 1,934 (26.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,419 (17.8%) | 1,404 (19.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,073 (13.5%) | 770 (10.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 909 (11.4%) | 792 (10.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 504 (6.3%) | 462 (6.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 909 (11.4%) | 763 (10.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 199 (2.5%) | 131 (1.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 211 (2.6%) | 138 (1.9%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 363 (4.6%) | 247 (3.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 258 (3.2%) | 137 (1.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 155 (1.9%) | 144 (2.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Marion County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Marion County are 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM (1,184, 14.9%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (1,421, 19.4%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 578 (7.3%) | 338 (4.6%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 470 (5.9%) | 212 (2.9%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 446 (5.6%) | 370 (5.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 861 (10.8%) | 515 (7.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 1,051 (13.2%) | 653 (8.9%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 832 (10.5%) | 827 (11.3%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 538 (6.8%) | 1,421 (19.4%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 393 (4.9%) | 570 (7.8%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 261 (3.3%) | 347 (4.8%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 190 (2.4%) | 207 (2.8%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 270 (3.4%) | 210 (2.9%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 10 (0.1%) | 63 (0.9%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 1,184 (14.9%) | 755 (10.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 868 (10.9%) | 821 (11.2%) |
| Total | 7,952 (100.0%) | 7,309 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Marion County
Occupancy by Ownership in Marion County
Of the total 15,236 dwellings in Marion County, owner-occupied units account for 11,244 (73.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,992 (26.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 11,244 | 73.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 3,992 | 26.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 15,236 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Marion County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 4,963 | 32.6% |
| 2-Person Household | 5,138 | 33.7% |
| 3-Person Household | 2,200 | 14.4% |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,935 | 19.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 15,236 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Marion County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 3,297 (66.4%) | 1,666 (33.6%) |
| 2-Person Household | 4,187 (81.5%) | 951 (18.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 1,607 (73.1%) | 593 (27.0%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 2,153 (73.4%) | 782 (26.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 11,244 (73.8%) | 3,992 (26.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Marion County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 796 (59.4%) | 544 (40.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 3,685 (68.7%) | 1,680 (31.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 4,441 (76.2%) | 1,388 (23.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,322 (85.9%) | 380 (14.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Marion County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 2,738 | 18.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,257 | 14.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,290 | 15.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 3,099 | 20.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,802 | 18.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,427 | 9.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 623 | 4.1% |
| Total | 15,236 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Marion County
Median Income by Occupancy in Marion County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 11,244 (73.8%) | $69,293 |
| Renter-Occupied | 3,992 (26.2%) | $30,995 |
| Average | 15,236 (100.0%) | $59,099 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Marion County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 234 (2.1%) | 237 (5.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 123 (1.1%) | 299 (7.5%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 304 (2.7%) | 401 (10.1%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 397 (3.5%) | 364 (9.1%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 513 (4.6%) | 370 (9.3%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 776 (6.9%) | 442 (11.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,483 (13.2%) | 574 (14.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,400 (21.3%) | 558 (14.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,869 (16.6%) | 406 (10.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 2,029 (18.0%) | 249 (6.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,116 (9.9%) | 92 (2.3%) |
| Total | 11,244 (100.0%) | 3,992 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Marion County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 1,009 (9.0%) | 309 (7.7%) |
| $300 to $499 | 2,197 (19.5%) | 389 (9.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 2,818 (25.1%) | 1,355 (33.9%) |
| $800 to $999 | 1,423 (12.7%) | 843 (21.1%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 2,233 (19.9%) | 530 (13.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 792 (7.0%) | 106 (2.7%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 449 (4.0%) | 9 (0.2%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 239 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 84 (0.7%) | 49 (1.2%) |
| Total | 11,244 (100.0%) | 3,992 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Marion County
Housing Structures in Marion County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 10,776 | 70.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 48 | 0.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 426 | 2.8% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 436 | 2.9% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 407 | 2.7% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 416 | 2.7% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,727 | 17.9% |
| Total | 15,236 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Marion County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 9,105 (84.5%) | 1,671 (15.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 21 (43.8%) | 27 (56.2%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 10 (2.4%) | 416 (97.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 436 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 2 (0.5%) | 405 (99.5%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 7 (1.7%) | 409 (98.3%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 2,099 (77.0%) | 628 (23.0%) |
| Total | 11,244 (73.8%) | 3,992 (26.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Marion County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 27 (0.2%) | 152 (3.8%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 214 (1.9%) | 804 (20.1%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 3,704 (32.9%) | 2,019 (50.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 4,645 (41.3%) | 818 (20.5%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,654 (23.6%) | 199 (5.0%) |
| Total | 11,244 (100.0%) | 3,992 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Marion County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 6,031 (53.6%) | 1,868 (46.8%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 2,344 (20.8%) | 290 (7.3%) |
| Electricity | 2,506 (22.3%) | 1,744 (43.7%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 8 (0.1%) | 5 (0.1%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 321 (2.9%) | 47 (1.2%) |
| No Fuel Used | 34 (0.3%) | 38 (0.9%) |
| Total | 11,244 (100.0%) | 3,992 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Marion County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 256 (2.3%) | 799 (20.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 3,153 (28.0%) | 1,778 (44.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 4,931 (43.9%) | 1,081 (27.1%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,904 (25.8%) | 334 (8.4%) |
| Total | 11,244 (100.0%) | 3,992 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Marion County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Marion County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 5,536 | 5,708 |
| Median Property Value | $77,900 | $114,400 |
| Median Household Income | $58,250 | $706 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $473 | $84 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,217 | $319 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Marion County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 1,616 (29.2%) | 680 (11.9%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1,833 (33.1%) | 1,749 (30.6%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,729 (31.2%) | 2,821 (49.4%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 236 (4.3%) | 414 (7.2%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 71 (1.3%) | 43 (0.7%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 45 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 6 (0.1%) | 1 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,536 (100.0%) | 5,708 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Marion County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 259 (4.7%) | 72 (1.3%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 860 (15.5%) | 98 (1.7%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 469 (8.5%) | 354 (6.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 803 (14.5%) | 307 (5.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 989 (17.9%) | 680 (11.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 854 (15.4%) | 1,411 (24.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 892 (16.1%) | 1,015 (17.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 410 (7.4%) | 1,137 (19.9%) |
| Total | 5,536 (100.0%) | 5,708 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Marion County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 3,485 (62.9%) | 75,068 (1,315.1%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 892 (16.1%) | 3,806 (66.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 354 (6.4%) | 882 (15.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 734 (13.3%) | 391 (6.9%) |
| Total | 5,536 (100.0%) | 5,708 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Marion County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 1,961 (35.4%) | 18 (0.3%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 901 (16.3%) | 1,025 (18.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2,171 (39.2%) | 988 (17.3%) |
| Total | 5,536 (100.0%) | 5,708 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Marion County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Marion County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 2,818 (97.6%) | 68 (2.4%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 6,082 (97.3%) | 169 (2.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 2,541 (88.2%) | 339 (11.8%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 3,405 (86.6%) | 528 (13.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3,935 (89.7%) | 454 (10.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 4,045 (92.7%) | 318 (7.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 4,645 (89.5%) | 543 (10.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,206 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,788 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 34,465 (93.4%) | 2,419 (6.6%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Marion County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 2,818 (97.6%) | 68 (2.4%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 6,082 (97.3%) | 169 (2.7%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 2,541 (88.2%) | 339 (11.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Marion County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 5,576 (94.7%) | 312 (5.3%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 6,051 (90.4%) | 645 (9.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 6,859 (95.5%) | 325 (4.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 6,023 (93.9%) | 389 (6.1%) |
| $100,000 and over | 9,803 (93.2%) | 720 (6.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Marion County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 1,617 (56.0%) | 1,381 (47.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,055 (48.9%) | 3,336 (53.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 888 (30.8%) | 1,723 (59.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1,138 (28.9%) | 2,436 (61.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,445 (32.9%) | 2,714 (61.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,262 (28.9%) | 3,128 (71.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,607 (31.0%) | 3,387 (65.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,099 (97.5%) | 2,468 (58.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,771 (99.4%) | 1,929 (69.2%) |
| Total | 17,882 (48.5%) | 22,502 (61.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Marion County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 8 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 281 (8.9%) | 231 (7.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 380 (10.5%) | 291 (8.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1,198 (17.2%) | 1,540 (22.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 717 (35.7%) | 642 (29.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 675 (54.3%) | 737 (47.7%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Marion County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 1 (0.0%) | 18 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 61 (1.7%) | 49 (1.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 385 (5.5%) | 388 (5.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 407 (20.3%) | 143 (6.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 484 (39.0%) | 317 (20.5%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 8 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 20 (0.6%) | 43 (1.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 99 (2.7%) | 56 (1.6%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 241 (3.5%) | 309 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 170 (8.5%) | 136 (6.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 74 (6.0%) | 140 (9.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 223 (7.0%) | 183 (5.7%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 251 (7.0%) | 221 (6.2%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 391 (5.6%) | 583 (8.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 138 (6.9%) | 89 (4.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 133 (10.7%) | 221 (14.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 57 (1.6%) | 131 (3.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 562 (8.1%) | 845 (12.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 341 (17.0%) | 492 (22.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 351 (28.3%) | 445 (28.8%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (0.6%) | 26 (0.8%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 71 (2.0%) | 25 (0.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 186 (2.7%) | 270 (3.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 95 (4.7%) | 95 (4.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 83 (6.7%) | 136 (8.8%) |
Technology Access in Marion County
Computing Device Access in Marion County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 10,061 | 66.0% |
| Smartphone | 12,550 | 82.4% |
| Tablet | 8,442 | 55.4% |
| No Computing Device | 1,453 | 9.5% |
| Total | 15,236 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Marion County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 76 | 0.5% |
| Broadband Home | 8,742 | 57.4% |
| Cellular Data Only | 2,607 | 17.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,701 | 11.2% |
| No Internet | 2,371 | 15.6% |
| Total | 15,236 | 100.0% |
Marion County Summary
Marion County, Illinois is located in the south-central part of the state and is part of the Centralia-Salem-Herrin Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county was established in 1823 and named after Revolutionary War hero Francis Marion. The county seat is Salem, and the largest city is Centralia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 39,437.
Geography
Marion County is located in the south-central part of Illinois and is bordered by Clinton County to the north, Jefferson County to the east, Washington County to the south, and Clay and Fayette Counties to the west. The county has a total area of 576 square miles, of which 574 square miles is land and 2 square miles (0.3%) is water. The terrain is mostly flat with some rolling hills. The Kaskaskia River flows through the county from north to south.
The county is divided into twelve townships: Centralia, East Salem, Farina, Iuka, Kinmundy, Meacham, Patoka, Raccoon, Romine, Sandoval, South Fork, and Walnut Hill.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 39,437 people, 15,845 households, and 10,945 families residing in the county. The population density was 68.5 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 97.2% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. 1.3% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
There were 15,845 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.2% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.7% were non-families. 27.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 2.97.
The median age in the county was 40.3 years. 24.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.3% were from 25 to 44; 27.2% were from 45 to 64; and 17.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the county was 48.7% male and 51.3% female.
Economy
Marion County’s economy is largely based on agriculture, with corn, soybeans, and wheat being the main crops. The county also has a strong manufacturing sector, with companies such as Caterpillar, Inc., and Centralia Foundry and Machine Company. The county also has a growing tourism industry, with attractions such as the Marion County Fair, the Centralia Carillon Tower, and the Marion County Historical Museum.
The median household income in the county was $45,845, and the median family income was $54,945. The per capita income was $22,845. About 10.2% of families and 13.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 8.7% of those age 65 or over.
Conclusion
Marion County, Illinois is a rural county located in the south-central part of the state. It is home to 39,437 people, and its economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The county also has a growing tourism industry, with attractions such as the Marion County Fair, the Centralia Carillon Tower, and the Marion County Historical Museum. The median household income in the county is $45,845, and the median family income is $54,945.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Marion County?
Total Population of Marion County is 37,543.
What is the Total Male Population of Marion County?
Total Male Population of Marion County is 18,520.
What is the Total Female Population of Marion County?
Total Female Population of Marion County is 19,023.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Marion County?
There are 97.36 Males per 100 Females in Marion County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Marion County?
There are 102.72 Females per 100 Males in Marion County.
What is the Median Population Age in Marion County?
Median Population Age in Marion County is 41.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Marion County
Average Family Size in Marion County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Marion County
Average Household Size in Marion County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Marion County?
Per Capita income in Marion County is $30,360.
What is the Median Family Income in Marion County?
Median Family Income in Marion County is $75,241.
What is the Median Household income in Marion County?
Median Household Income in Marion County is $59,099.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Marion County?
Income or Wage Gap in Marion County is 32.6%.
Women in Marion County earn 67.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Marion County?
Family Income Deficit in Marion County is $9,815.
Families that are below poverty line in Marion County earn $9,815 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Marion County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Marion County is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Marion County?
There are 17,937 People in the Labor Forcein in Marion County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Marion County?
60.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Marion County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Marion County?
Unemployment Rate in Marion County is 8.1%.