Cost of Living in Marion County, IL

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

Median Income

$59,099

Median Rent

$734/mo

Median Home

$96,200

Affordability

750

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$486
Property Tax$139
Insurance$32

Total Monthly$657
% of Income13.3%

Renting

Median Rent$734
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$759
% of Income14.9%

Living in Marion County, Illinois

Marion County has a median household income of $59,099 with housing costs that represent 13.3% of income for owners and 14.9% 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.