Marion County, West Virginia Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Marion County is located in West Virginia with a total population of 56,042. It is the 11th most populous county out of 55 in West Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Marion County is 40.4 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 42.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Marion County is $67,537. This is 17% higher than the state median of $57,917. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 14% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.6%. This is 18% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.3%. This is 8% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $164,300. Housing costs are 6% higher than the state median of $155,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Marion County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% higher than the state average of 74.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Marion County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.5% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.6%.

Education

25.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 11% higher than the state rate of 23.3%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.2%.