Cost of Living in Marion County, FL

What does it cost to live in Marion County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$55,265

Median Rent

$1,092/mo

Median Home

$194,900

Affordability

391

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$986
Property Tax$128
Insurance$65

Total Monthly$1,179
% of Income25.6%

Renting

Median Rent$1,092
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,117
% of Income23.7%

Living in Marion County, Florida

Marion County has a median household income of $55,265 with housing costs that represent 25.6% of income for owners and 23.7% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.