Martin, GA

Georgia

Martin is a small town in Georgia with a population of 324. Residents earn $43,681 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
324 Population 129/sq mi density
$43,681 Median Income $40,330 per capita
$148,400 Home Value $320,816 Zillow
$841 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$43,681 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$148,400 home value, $841/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,681
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,400
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $841
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.0%
37% higher than US avg

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

People

Population324
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density129/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,681
Per Capita$40,330
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty17.0%
County GDP$1,440M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,400
Rent$841
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$320,816
Housing Units170
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured13.5%
Smoking17.7%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation853 ft (260 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+79.4%
Graduate+5.5%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute26 min
Broadband90.1%
Libraries1

Is Martin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Martin receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Martin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Martin is $43,681, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Martin is $148,400, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $841 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Martin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Martin has a population of 324 with a density of 129 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

324
Total Population
129
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Martin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.1%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.9%
4% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Martin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Martin is $43,681, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Martin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,681
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,330
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$58,475

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.0%
37% above US avg
Establishments (County)636
County GDP$1,440M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare57
Retail98
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,450
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone68.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Martin is $148,400, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $841 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $320,816.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,400
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$320,816

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$841
28% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.9%
Housing Units170
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,450
27% above US avg
Effective Rate3.00%
In Martin, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Martin vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.6%
Uninsured13.5%
57% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits54.4%
Premature Death12,943/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access64.5%
Healthcare Facilities57
Martin has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.1 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.8°F
13% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation853 ft (260 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²)
Population Density129/sq mi
Coordinates34.4858°N, 83.1975°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS13257
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.8-point margin. 90.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.2%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 62.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+79.4%
Graduate Degree+5.5%
School Test Score4.92
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density129/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.1%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities57
Restaurants41
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone68.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.2%

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