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Marion County, Florida
Marion County, Florida. Marion County had 442,660 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 17.8% since 2020, faster than Florida (+8.9%). It holds 18 places (5 cities, villages and boroughs and 13 census-designated) and 93 census tracts. GEOID 12083.
Marion County is the county of the Ocala, FL metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
442,660
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 375,908 · ACS 2020-2024: 400,078
Median household income
$61,010
±$1,361 (90% margin)
Florida: $74,568
Median home value
$243,100
±$4,168 (90% margin)
Florida: $359,000
Median gross rent
$1,277
±$42 (90% margin)
Florida: $1,669
How many people live in Marion County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 375,908 residents in Marion County. The Census Bureau estimates 442,660 for July 1, 2025, up 17.8% since 2020, faster than Florida (+8.9%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 400,078 over 1,588 square miles of land.
| Measure | Marion County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 400,078 | 22,416,077 | +46,552 |
| Households | 164,881±1,338 | 8,752,810 | +25,709 |
| Average household size | 2.37±0.02 | 2.51 | −0.10 |
| Housing units | 188,277±115 | 10,256,470 | +19,292 |
Marion County's population since 2000
From 258,916 in 2000 to 442,660 in 2025: up 71.0%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Marion County?
Marion County holds 18 places: 5 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places) and 13 census-designated places. The largest is Ocala with 71,753 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Ocala | 63,591 | $56,376 |
|---|---|---|
| Silver Springs Shores | 24,846 | $63,611 |
| Liberty Triangle | 23,759 | $64,943 |
| Marion Oaks | 19,034 | $72,392 |
| On Top of the World | 12,668 | $60,670 |
| The Villages | 79,077 | $77,622 |
| Belleview | 5,413 | $57,813 |
| Rainbow Springs | 5,091 | $57,161 |
| Rainbow Lakes Estates | 3,438 | $50,429 |
| Ocala EstatesGEOID 1250756 | 2,991 | not published |
| Silver Springs | 2,844 | $32,074 |
| Dunnellon | 1,928 | $40,545 |
| Lake Kerr | 1,843 | $42,411 |
| Rainbow Park | 1,672 | $66,550 |
| Ocklawaha | 1,508 | $37,894 |
| Silver Springs Shores East | 1,210 | $59,861 |
| McIntoshGEOID 1242150 | 463 | $62,300 |
| ReddickGEOID 1259675 | 449 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Marion County?
The median resident of Marion County is 47.9 years old; 18.8% are under 18 and 28.7% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 65.5%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 17.0%. 9.4% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Marion County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 47.9±0.2 | 42.6 | −0.8 |
| Under 18 years | 18.8%±0.1 pts | 19.5% | – |
| 65 years and over | 28.7%±0.1 pts | 21.3% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 17.0% | 27.4% | +3.8 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 65.5%±0.2 pts | 50.4% | −4.8 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 11.6%±0.3 pts | 14.6% | −0.9 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.7%±0.1 pts | 2.9% | +0.3 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.4%±0.4 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.1 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 9.4%±0.5 pts | 21.9% | +1.8 pts |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 16.0%±0.5 pts | 30.6% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 10.5%±0.4 pts | 7.4% | – |
| With a disability | 16.6%±0.6 pts | 13.7% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 12.5%±0.9 pts | 11.5% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 89.6%±0.6 pts | 89.9% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 23.4%±0.9 pts | 34.1% | +3.3 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 8.4%±0.5 pts | 12.9% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 2.9%±0.4 pts | 2.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Marion County earn?
Half of Marion County's 164,881 households earn less than $61,010 a year (±$1,361), against $74,568 in Florida. In 2015-2019 the median was $55,838 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $5,172 after inflation. 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Marion County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $61,010±$1,361 | $74,568 | +$5,172 |
| Mean household income | $79,982±$1,748 | $105,967 | – |
| Per capita income | $33,539±$689 | $42,609 | +$1,739 |
| People below the poverty line | 14.4%±1.0 pts | 12.6% | −1.7 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 20.5%±2.3 pts | 16.5% | −7.6 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 13.2%±0.8 pts | 12.6% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 91.1%±0.7 pts | 91.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Marion County?
Owners occupy 77.5% of Marion County's occupied homes and renters 22.5%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $243,100 by its owner (±$4,168). The median renter pays $1,277 a month including utilities, and 43.4% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Marion County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $243,100±$4,168 | $359,000 | +$70,926 |
| Median gross rent | $1,277±$42 | $1,669 | +$174 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 43.4%±3.1 pts | 50.2% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,406±$26 | $1,959 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 77.5%±0.9 pts | 67.6% | +2.5 pts |
| Housing units | 188,277±115 | 10,256,470 | +19,292 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 1.6%±0.3 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 9.1%±1.6 pts | 7.6% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 67.5%±0.9 pts | 54.7% | – |
| Mobile homes | 18.2%±0.8 pts | 8.0% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 4.5%±0.4 pts | 3.2% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 1.4%±0.3 pts | 1.9% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Marion County building?
Builders took permits for 5,985 new housing units across Marion County in 2025 (5,420 single-family), 13.5 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Marion County get to work?
74.8% of Marion County's workers drive alone and 12.0% work from home. The average trip to work takes 26.8 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.8%.
| Measure | Marion County | Florida | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 49.1%±0.7 pts | 59.8% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.8%±0.6 pts | 4.8% | −3.5 pts |
| Drove alone to work | 74.8%±1.3 pts | 70.2% | – |
| Carpooled | 10.8%±1.0 pts | 9.2% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 1.2% | – |
| Walked | 0.8%±0.3 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Worked from home | 12.0%±0.9 pts | 15.7% | +5.2 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 26.8 min±0.7 | 28.0 min | +1.1 min |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Marion County's census tracts?
Marion County is divided into 93 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $23,575 (Tract 17) to $102,704 (Tract 10.09).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Marion County compare with Florida's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 18th of 67 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 12th of 67 |
| Residents per square mile | 30th of 67 |
| Median household income | 46th of 67 |
| Median home value | 42nd of 67 |
| Median gross rent | 37th of 67 |
| Poverty rate | 31st of 67 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 38th of 67 |
| Median age | 15th of 67 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Marion County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.