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Marion County – Ancestry

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Ancestry refers to the lineage or descent of a person, family, or group, tracing back through generations to identify their origins, heritage, and familial connections. It encompasses the genetic, cultural, and historical ties that link individuals to their forebears, shaping their identity and sense of belonging. Ancestry is a multifaceted concept, intertwining biology, genealogy, history, and culture, and it plays a significant role in how people understand themselves and their place in the world.

At its core, ancestry is rooted in genetics. Each individual inherits a unique combination of DNA from their parents, who in turn inherited their DNA from their own ancestors. This genetic material carries information about physical traits, predispositions to certain health conditions, and even behavioral tendencies. Advances in genetic testing, such as DNA analysis, have made it possible for individuals to trace their biological ancestry with remarkable precision. Companies like 23andMe and AncestryDNA offer services that analyze genetic markers to provide insights into a person's ethnic composition and geographic origins, often revealing surprising connections to distant relatives or previously unknown heritage.

Beyond genetics, ancestry is deeply tied to genealogy, the study of family history and lineage. Genealogical research involves constructing family trees, documenting relationships, and uncovering historical records such as birth certificates, marriage licenses, census data, and immigration documents. This process often reveals stories of migration, resilience, and adaptation, offering a window into the lives of ancestors and the challenges they faced. For many, genealogy is a way to honor their forebears and preserve their legacy for future generations.

Cultural ancestry is another critical dimension, encompassing the traditions, languages, customs, and values passed down through generations. It connects individuals to their ethnic or national heritage, shaping their cultural identity and worldview. For example, someone with Irish ancestry might celebrate St. Patrick's Day, learn traditional Irish dance, or explore the Gaelic language, while someone with Japanese ancestry might practice tea ceremonies, study calligraphy, or observe Obon festivals. Cultural ancestry fosters a sense of continuity and belonging, linking individuals to a broader community with shared experiences and values.

Historical ancestry delves into the broader context of a family's or group's past, including significant events, social conditions, and historical movements that shaped their lives. For instance, the transatlantic slave trade, the Irish Potato Famine, or the Jewish diaspora have profoundly influenced the ancestry of millions of people, leaving lasting imprints on their descendants' identities. Understanding historical ancestry often involves grappling with complex narratives of triumph and tragedy, resilience and oppression, and the interplay of individual and collective experiences.

Ancestry also has a deeply personal and emotional dimension. For many, exploring their ancestry is a journey of self-discovery, offering insights into who they are and where they come from. It can foster a sense of pride, connection, and continuity, as well as a deeper appreciation for the struggles and achievements of those who came before. At the same time, it can raise questions about identity, belonging, and the complexities of heritage, particularly for individuals with mixed or multicultural backgrounds.

In a globalized world, ancestry serves as a bridge between the past and the present, connecting individuals to their roots while also highlighting the interconnectedness of human history. It underscores the diversity and richness of human experience, reminding us that every person's story is part of a larger tapestry woven over centuries. Whether through genetic testing, genealogical research, cultural practices, or historical exploration, ancestry offers a profound way to understand ourselves and our place in the world.

A diversification score measures the diversity of ancestries in the county. As the value appoaches 100, ancestry diversity decreases and therefore increasing the risk of a lack of cultural diversity. The ancestry diversification score for this county is:

14.25

Most common ancestry not including "Unknown" is:

African American

 
Ancestry Report Part I
DescriptionTotal Population American Native American Hawaiian Caribbean (Latino) Mexican Central American South American Other Hispanic African American Sub- Saharan Caribbean (Black)

Marion County7,77677317226620725527421,430413391
Georgia (in 000's)11,288641216209627187116512,374539501
National (in 000's)343,25113,8902,21362611,32738,8796,1814,6443,68725,8937,8527,174
Sumter County29,1541,0334222611,127156158559,6262,5632,542
Chattahoochee County8,77627735933997718715468846342334
Taylor County7,84054022239730161,752536509
Talbot County5,7792238226600041,937577573
Schley County4,5946564239725715486169177
Stewart County5,0956911695161340152561,723519458
Webster County2,337144043477000724191188
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Marion County14.259.940.220.280.852.663.280.350.5418.395.315.03
Georgia10.995.680.180.061.855.561.651.030.4621.034.774.44
National7.834.050.640.183.3011.331.801.351.077.542.292.09
Sumter County18.153.540.140.010.903.870.540.540.1933.028.798.72
Chattahoochee County11.093.160.401.064.558.790.991.750.779.643.903.81
Taylor County17.686.890.280.030.500.930.000.010.0822.356.846.49
Talbot County20.133.860.140.030.451.040.000.000.0733.529.989.92
Schley County18.6314.280.090.040.851.570.110.150.3310.583.683.85
Stewart County17.191.350.220.121.863.166.670.295.0233.8210.198.99
Webster County18.806.160.000.171.453.290.000.000.0030.988.178.04
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Marion County 174.98118.36501.0445.8747.92198.4533.78118.4587.45111.25113.27
Georgia 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 71.23349.10323.17178.32203.89108.98131.61235.5535.8747.9247.08
Sumter County 62.3778.0012.1548.3869.5832.3852.7241.37157.00184.15196.41
Chattahoochee County 55.56215.921,876.68245.68158.1459.99170.69169.9345.8481.6385.73
Taylor County 121.24151.9345.1826.8816.760.001.2416.78106.26143.21146.25
Talbot County 67.9274.9561.2924.3118.690.000.0015.18159.38209.14223.35
Schley County 251.3547.1477.1045.8728.216.5914.8271.6150.3077.0686.79
Stewart County 23.84116.89208.55100.7656.88403.8328.641,101.91160.81213.37202.49
Webster County 108.460.00303.1178.6259.310.000.000.00147.31171.19181.21
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Marion County 245.6633.91155.0425.7223.50182.1025.6650.29243.78232.18240.58
Georgia 140.3928.6530.9456.0849.0591.7675.9842.45278.78208.70212.40
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Sumter County 87.5622.343.7627.1334.1329.7140.0617.56437.69384.31417.17
Chattahoochee County 78.0061.85580.71137.7777.5655.05129.7072.14127.79170.36182.09
Taylor County 170.2143.5213.9815.078.220.000.947.13296.24298.87310.63
Talbot County 95.3621.4718.9613.639.170.000.006.44444.32436.47474.39
Schley County 352.8713.5023.8625.7313.846.0411.2630.40140.24160.82184.34
Stewart County 33.4733.4864.5356.5027.90370.5721.76467.80448.30445.30430.09
Webster County 152.270.0093.7944.0929.090.000.000.00410.68357.28384.89
 
Ancestry Report Part II
DescriptionTotal Population Canadian British Dutch French German Italian Polish Scandi­navian Scotish/ Irish Spanish Other European

Marion County7,7764293626133291413322048
Georgia (in 000's)11,288186182758339116506253118179
National (in 000's)343,2511,35018,0691,8283,64224,7089,0274,6675,96920,6251,1409,563
Sumter County29,1541783074603465155706127141
Chattahoochee County8,77623244757389101495064815158
Taylor County7,84004019319422173174024
Talbot County5,7790133207772116141010
Schley County4,594017128611680146033
Stewart County5,09508312221424807
Webster County2,33705223240103003
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Marion County14.250.053.770.080.331.710.370.180.174.140.000.62
Georgia10.990.165.470.240.523.011.020.440.554.700.161.59
National7.830.395.260.531.067.202.631.361.746.010.332.79
Sumter County18.150.062.850.250.211.190.170.190.242.100.020.48
Chattahoochee County11.090.262.780.080.654.431.150.560.577.380.171.80
Taylor County17.680.005.110.110.401.200.280.220.042.220.000.31
Talbot County20.130.002.300.350.121.330.030.020.282.440.000.17
Schley County18.630.003.720.040.171.330.350.170.003.180.000.72
Stewart County17.190.001.630.020.040.430.020.080.040.940.000.14
Webster County18.800.002.230.090.131.030.000.040.001.280.000.13
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Marion County 33.0968.8432.5964.7556.8836.4141.0430.4788.100.0038.87
Georgia 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 253.0596.17224.93205.47239.40256.78309.89316.91127.83211.82175.45
Sumter County 37.5152.01107.2039.8639.4717.0843.0043.7644.6615.3130.46
Chattahoochee County 168.6050.8033.69125.78147.42112.37127.26103.84157.09108.99113.37
Taylor County 0.0093.4548.4876.5739.8827.4049.426.9747.220.0019.28
Talbot County 0.0042.05146.1723.4644.313.383.9450.4651.910.0010.90
Schley County 0.0068.0118.3933.7244.1634.0039.690.0067.610.0045.23
Stewart County 0.0029.768.297.6014.361.9217.897.1520.040.008.65
Webster County 0.0040.6536.1524.8634.150.009.750.0027.310.008.08
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Marion County 13.0871.5814.4931.5123.7614.1813.249.6168.920.0022.16
Georgia 39.52103.9844.4648.6741.7738.9432.2731.5578.2347.2157.00
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Sumter County 14.8254.0847.6619.4016.496.6513.8813.8134.947.2317.36
Chattahoochee County 66.6352.8214.9861.2261.5843.7641.0732.77122.8951.4564.62
Taylor County 0.0097.1621.5637.2716.6610.6715.952.2036.940.0010.99
Talbot County 0.0043.7264.9911.4218.511.321.2715.9240.610.006.21
Schley County 0.0070.718.1716.4118.4513.2412.810.0052.890.0025.78
Stewart County 0.0030.953.693.706.000.755.772.2615.680.004.93
Webster County 0.0042.2716.0712.1014.270.003.150.0021.360.004.61
 
Ancestry Report Part III
DescriptionTotal Population Chinese Filipino Japanese Korean Vietnamese South Central Asian South East Asian Other Asian Middle Eastern Other Ancestry Unknown

Marion County7,77605100020621,9451,239
Georgia (in 000's)11,28871301166651973325301,7531,721
National (in 000's)343,2514,4613,0107931,5411,9135,4521,6431,2291,93147,32251,000
Sumter County29,1542461861621162584106,1062,751
Chattahoochee County8,77625101844015342492,1061,263
Taylor County7,840001319000902,2551,289
Talbot County5,7790000000701,364591
Schley County4,59400000001001,2751,232
Stewart County5,095390011667010817331
Webster County2,337000000060557297
 
Per Cent to Total PopulationDiversity
Index
 

Marion County14.250.000.660.000.000.000.030.000.080.0325.0115.93
Georgia10.990.630.260.100.590.571.740.290.220.2715.5315.25
National7.831.300.880.230.450.561.590.480.360.5613.7914.86
Sumter County18.150.080.210.290.050.070.560.020.290.0320.949.44
Chattahoochee County11.090.281.150.090.500.000.170.390.270.1024.0014.39
Taylor County17.680.000.000.170.240.000.000.000.110.0028.7616.44
Talbot County20.130.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.120.0023.6010.23
Schley County18.630.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.220.0027.7526.82
Stewart County17.190.770.000.000.020.311.320.000.020.0016.046.50
Webster County18.800.000.000.000.000.000.000.000.260.0023.8312.71
 
Comparisons to State Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Marion County 0.00250.150.000.000.001.480.0034.999.70161.10104.51
Georgia 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
National 205.52334.50240.2476.2897.3691.11163.28162.41212.1288.8097.45
Sumter County 13.0279.80306.819.3212.5831.875.85130.6512.94134.9061.89
Chattahoochee County 45.05438.9494.8185.160.009.80132.17124.0038.68154.5694.39
Taylor County 0.000.00172.4641.170.000.000.0052.050.00185.26107.84
Talbot County 0.000.000.000.000.000.000.0054.920.00152.0267.08
Schley County 0.000.000.000.000.000.000.0098.700.00178.76175.90
Stewart County 121.040.000.003.3354.8675.430.008.900.00103.2842.61
Webster County 0.000.000.000.000.000.000.00116.420.00153.5183.36
 
Comparisons to National Norms % to Total >= 150% % to Total < 50% 

Marion County 0.0074.780.000.000.001.620.0021.544.57181.43107.24
Georgia 48.6629.9041.62131.10102.71109.7661.2461.5747.14112.62102.61
National 100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00100.00
Sumter County 6.3323.86127.7112.2212.9334.983.5880.446.10151.9263.51
Chattahoochee County 21.92131.2339.46111.650.0010.7680.9476.3518.23174.0696.86
Taylor County 0.000.0071.7953.970.000.000.0032.050.00208.63110.66
Talbot County 0.000.000.000.000.000.000.0033.820.00171.2068.83
Schley County 0.000.000.000.000.000.000.0060.770.00201.31180.49
Stewart County 58.900.000.004.3756.3582.790.005.480.00116.3143.72
Webster County 0.000.000.000.000.000.000.0071.680.00172.8885.53


Sources: STI: PopStats, Circa April 2025