Our demographic snapshot reflects a growing, young population with an average median age well below the national average. Anchored by a strong family base, stable housing prices, and growing diversity, Marion is truly a city on the rise!
As of 2026 the population of Marion, AR is 13,290. The population is expected to shrink to 12,859 by 2031 - a growth rate of -0.66%.
The median age of Marion, AR residents is 37.
The diversity index of Marion, AR is 60.8, meaning that there is a 61% chance that any two people selected out of 100 residents will be of different race or ethnicity from one another.
The average household income in Marion, AR is $104,266 and projected to be $115,203 in 2031. Per capita income is $39,482, projected to be $44,355 in 2031. 3.61% of households – 480 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $874,932 and the average disposable income is $78,888.
There are 5,293 housing units in Marion, AR; 3,329 are owner-occupied, 1,697 are rented, and 267 are vacant. The average home value is $235,691, with 514 homes built in 2010 or later, and 57 built in 1939 or earlier.
There are 355 businesses in Marion, AR, employing 6,211 workers and pulling from a labor force of 6,730 age 16 and above. 415 workers commute into Marion, AR from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:
3,770 residents both live and work in/around Marion, AR. The average travel time is 21.8 minutes. 12.94% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 3.9% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 5,472 drive alone, 802 carpool, and 2 take public transportation. 16 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 438 residents work from home.
2,754 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 1,210 have associates degrees, 1,379 have bachelor’s degrees, and 854 hold a graduate or professional degree.
Source: ESRI, 2026-06-01
