Marshall County

As of the 2020 Census, Marshall County, TN, has a population of approximately 34,318. The racial makeup is about 88.7% White, 6.0% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.6% Asian, 2.5% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race make up around 5.8% of the population. The median household income is roughly $48,387, and the per capita income is about $23,349. The county's poverty rate is around 14.6%.

As of 2023, Marshall County, TN, has a median home value of approximately $220,000. The housing market has seen an 8% increase over the past year. The median rent price is around $1,100 per month. Homeownership rate stands at 70%, with a vacancy rate of 12%. The county's housing inventory includes a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, and apartments. New construction is also on the rise to meet growing demand.

As of the 2022 elections, Marshall County, TN, saw various positions up for grabs. Here are some key details:

• County Mayor: Joe Boyd Liggett (Republican) received 3,676 votes, defeating Mike Blalock (Independent) with 2,103 votes.
• Sheriff: Billy Lamb (Republican) won with 4,307 votes against current Sheriff Eddie Phillips (Independent) who garnered 2,819 votes.
• County Commission: Various districts elected commissioners. For example, District 1 elected Hud Barnett with 553 votes and Jimmy Poarch with 482 votes.
• School Board: Multiple districts elected members. In District 1, Crystal Sheridan won with 552 votes.
• Federal Elections: Tennessee’s 4th Congressional District, which includes Marshall County, re-elected Scott DesJarlais (Republican) with a significant majority.

Local positions often have fewer candidates, reflecting the smaller population and community-focused governance. For updated or upcoming election information, visit the Marshall County Election Commission’s official website or contact their office directly.

As of recent data, approximately 85.1% of Marshall County, TN residents have attained at least a high school diploma, which is slightly below the national average of 88.0% and also below the Tennessee state average of 87.8%. Furthermore, about 12.8% of Marshall County's population holds a bachelor’s degree or higher, which is significantly lower than the national average of 33.1% and the state average of 27.3%. This data indicates that Marshall County lags behind both state and national averages in higher education attainment. These disparities highlight potential areas for improvement in educational outreach and resources within the county.

As of the latest data, Marshall County, TN, boasts a diverse employment landscape. The labor force participation rate is approximately 61.6%. The unemployment rate as of 2023 stands around 3.8%, closely aligning with the national average.

Top industries include manufacturing, accounting for about 38% of jobs, compared to the national average of approximately 8.4%. Retail trade and health care/social assistance follow with 12% and 10%, respectively, in alignment with state trends but slightly below national figures. Agriculture, forestry, fishing, and hunting are also significant, reflective of Tennessee's overall industry pattern.

In comparison, the service sector, predominantly professional and business services, educational services, and hospitality, shows lower representation in Marshall County than the national averages. Overall, Marshall County's employment mix features a robust manufacturing base, mirrored more closely by state averages than the national economic structure.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Marshall County, Tennessee, is approximately $48,000. Comparatively, the median household income for the state of Tennessee is around $56,000, while the national median household income in the United States is higher, at approximately $68,700.

This data indicates that Marshall County's median household income is below both the state and national averages.

Marshall County, TN, maintains a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. As of the most recent data:

• Violent Crime Rate: 2.54 per 1,000 residents
• Property Crime Rate: 12.31 per 1,000 residents
• Total Crime Rate: 14.85 per 1,000 residents

Crime Statistics Table

These figures provide an overview of the nature and frequency of criminal activities in Marshall County.