Marion
Marion County is within an hour's drive of five major metro areas. The overall cost of living is only 80% of the national average, while housing costs are sometimes as low as 70%.
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The people are so cordial and genuine.
We moved to Marion county because it was so comfortable and cozy. The people are so cordial and genuine.

- Glen & Nancy Colvin
Marion County Resident of 6 years
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Upcoming Events
Mardi Gras Grand Masquerade
Join us for a night of mystery and revelry at The Sherrod in Courtland, AL. Indulge in the magic of…
Moulton Mardi Gras Parade
The Moulton Mardi Gras Parade is set to take place on Friday, February 28, 2025, in downtown…
First Friday in Downtown Gadsden
April - October & December Downtown Gadsden is the place to be the First Friday of the Month!…
Bloomin Festival
Arts and crafts will be on display for two days in April when the St. Bernard Abbey and Prep School…
Cruise & Croon
Presented by the All American Cruisers, Cruise and Croon welcomes locals and visitors to the…
3rd Fridays in Downtown Decatur
Be a part of Decatur’s downtown street festival each third Friday from April to October. The stores…
Art on the Lake
Held alongside beautiful Lake Guntersville, this event features approximately 100 fine artists and…
Panoply Arts Festival
Music, art, and fireworks are in store the last weekend in April when the annual Panoply Arts…
Alabama Strawberry Festival
Not one, but two fun-filled days are planned in May when the North Alabama town of Cullman gears up…
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