Kentucky
Martin is a small town in Kentucky with a population of 412. Residents earn $22,569 per year, which is 70% below the national average.
Based on current data, Martin receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Martin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Martin is $22,569, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 33.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Martin is $72,700, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $350 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Martin is below the national average at 163 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 976 per 100,000, 50% below the national average.
5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 63.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Martin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $22,569 |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $14,969 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $912 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,428 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 33.0% |
| 166% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,160 |
| County GDP | $1,403M |
| Restaurants | 43 |
| Healthcare | 139 |
| Retail | 145 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,235 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.83% |
| Commute Time | 22.1 min |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |
| Census Median | $72,700 |
| 74% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $79,368 |
| Census Median Rent | $350 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Studio | $619 |
| 1 Bedroom | $683 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $866 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,081 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,209 |
| Owner-Occupied | 17.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,235 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.83% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| Premature Death | 19,361/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 26.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 139 |
| Total Violent | 162.6/100K |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 162.6/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 975.6/100K |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 162.6/100K |
| Theft | 650.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 162.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 54.8°F |
| 1% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 641 ft (195 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 564/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.5668°N, 82.7603°W |
| County FIPS | 21071 |
Winner: Republican by 59.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 5.1% |
| 85% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 63.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 564/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 139 |
| Restaurants | 43 |
| Retail Stores | 145 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Avg Commute | 22.1 min |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |