Marion

OH

Marion County, Ohio

Population 65K |Median income $59,371 |1 hospital

Population
65,020
Marion County
Median Income
$59,371
-13% vs avg
Median Home Value
$156,800
-31% vs avg
Median Age
40.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
65K-2%
Median Income
$59,371+39%
Median Home Value
$156,800+59%
Poverty Rate
16.6%-10%
Unemployment
6.3%-38%

Economics

Median Rent
$864/mo
Poverty Rate
16.6% +17% vs avg
Unemployment 6.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 14.7%
Work From Home 6.2%
Public Transit 0.7%

Population

White 87%
African American 4.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.3%
Asian 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
44.2%
Short Sleep Duration
42.9%
High Blood Pressure
41.3%
Physical Inactivity
33.8%
Current Smoking
19.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.7%
Binge Drinking
16.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
16.1%
Diabetes
14.8%
Current Asthma
10.9%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.1%
Dental Visit 57%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.3%
Stroke
4.1%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
MARION GENERAL HOSPITAL
MARION · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Marion Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Lorain County, Ohio Until 4:15 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tri-State Area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for North Central Ohio Through 4:00 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central and West Central Ohio Until 2:30 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of Northern Kentucky and South Central Ohio

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Marion, OH? ▼
Marion, OH has a population of 65,020 people, located in Marion County, Ohio.
What is the median household income in Marion? ▼
The median household income in Marion, OH is $59,371 per year. The poverty rate is 16.6%.
What is the median home value in Marion? ▼
The median home value in Marion, OH is $156,800. Median rent is $864/month.
What are the top health concerns in Marion? ▼
The top health indicators in Marion include Obesity (44.2%), Short Sleep Duration (42.9%), High Blood Pressure (41.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Marion? ▼
Marion has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Marion? ▼
The median age in Marion, OH is 40.1 years. 14.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Marion, OH is located in Marion County, Ohio. With a population of 65K and a median household income of $59,371, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Marion area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Marion County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.