Marion County, Arkansas Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Marion County is located in Arkansas with a total population of 17,076. It is the 42nd most populous county out of 75 in Arkansas.

Age Demographics

The median age in Marion County is 51.9 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 38.4 years. 11.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Marion County is $46,953. This is 20% lower than the state median of $58,773. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 40% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.8%. This is 11% higher than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The unemployment rate is 6.5%. This is 27% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $158,400. Housing costs are 10% lower than the state median of $175,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 83.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 66.1%.

Race & Ethnicity

Marion County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.6%. The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 14.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 8.8%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 1.5%.

Education

15.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 39% lower than the state rate of 25.1%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 86.3%.