Cost of Living in Marion County, OH

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

Median Income

$55,106

Median Rent

$837/mo

Median Home

$135,900

Affordability

540

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$687
Property Tax$118
Insurance$45

Total Monthly$850
% of Income18.5%

Renting

Median Rent$837
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$862
% of Income18.2%

Living in Marion County, Ohio

Marion County has a median household income of $55,106 with housing costs that represent 18.5% of income for owners and 18.2% 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.