Marion County, Georgia is a small, rural community located in the northwest corner of the state. It has a population of 7,563 people and a population density of 23 people per square mile. The county is known for its year-round outdoor activities such as fishing, camping, and hiking. There are also several local businesses in Marion County including hardware stores, grocery stores, and restaurants. Local organizations include the Marion County Chamber of Commerce and the Historic Preservation Commission. Marion County also hosts several sporting events throughout the year including basketball tournaments and high school football games. All of these activities make Marion County an enjoyable place to live for both locals and visitors alike.
The population in Marion County is 7,563. There are 21 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Marion County is 45.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Marion County is 2.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Marion County
- 50.1% are married
- 10.5% are divorced
- 23.9% are married with children
- 18.7% have children, but are single
Race in Marion County
- 59.2% are White
- 35.7% are Black
- 0.7% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.5% claim Other
- 1.7% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.7% Two or more races
- 0.5% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander