West Marion, NC

North Carolina

West Marion is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,018. Residents earn $38,523 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,018 Population 688/sq mi density
$38,523 Median Income $22,127 per capita
$123,300 Home Value
$822 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$38,523 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$123,300 home value, $822/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,523
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,300
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $822
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

How West Marion Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,018
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density688/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,523
Per Capita$22,127
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$2,767M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,300
Rent$822
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain56.6 in/yr
Elevation1,495 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute18 min
Libraries2

Is West Marion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Marion receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. West Marion offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Marion is $38,523, 49% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Marion is $123,300, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $822 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

West Marion enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

West Marion has a population of 1,018 with a density of 688 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

1,018
Total Population
688
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

West Marion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Marion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Marion is $38,523, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: West Marion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,523
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,127
Avg Weekly Wage$911
IRS Avg AGI$57,015

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)970
County GDP$2,767M

Business (County)

Restaurants89
Healthcare98
Retail140
Manufacturing49

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,571
2% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in West Marion is $123,300, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $822 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,300
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$822
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,571
2% above US avg
Effective Rate2.90%
In West Marion, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West Marion vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death10,422/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access61.6%
Healthcare Facilities98

Crime Rates: West Marion vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

West Marion has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.6 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,495 ft (456 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density688/sq mi
Coordinates35.6524°N, 82.0190°W
County FIPS37111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.2%
D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 49.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.46
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density688/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants89
Retail Stores140

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Work from Home1.6%

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