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Martin, NE

Nebraska

Martin is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 86. Residents earn $52,841 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
86 Population 239/sq mi density
$52,841 Median Income $30,513 per capita
$189,200 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 316 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$52,841 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$189,200 home value
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,841
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $189,200
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.5%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population86
Median Age66.8 yrs
Density239/mi²
Male / Female76% / 24%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans86.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,841
Per Capita$30,513
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$526M
Commute105 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$189,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units181
Rent Burden26.4%

Health

Obesity29.5%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking12.7%
Depression11.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain19.2 in/yr
Sunny Days316/yr
Elevation3,349 ft (1,021 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+96.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute105 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries2

Is Martin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Martin receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Martin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Martin is $52,841, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 105 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Martin is $189,200, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Martin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.2 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Martin has a population of 86 with a density of 239 people per square mile. The median age is 66.8 years, 72% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

86
Total Population
239
People / sq mi
66.8yrs
Median Age
72% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 75.6%
Female 24.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Martin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Martin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Martin is $52,841, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 105 minutes.

Income: Martin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,841
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,513
Avg Weekly Wage$897
IRS Avg AGI$64,144

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)398
County GDP$526M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare24
Retail48
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,793
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time105.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Martin is $189,200, 33% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,200
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units181
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,793
8% above US avg
Effective Rate2.00%
In Martin, 29.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 11.8% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.5%
8% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma7.0%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression11.8%
Mental Distress10.7%
Physical Distress10.4%
Short Sleep24.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Checkup Rate59.1%
Dental Visits49.3%
Premature Death9,726/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access71.3%
Healthcare Facilities24
Martin has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.2 inches. The area enjoys 316 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.2 inches
49% below US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,349 ft (1,021 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density239/sq mi
Coordinates41.2581°N, 101.7090°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.9-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 63.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+96.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density239/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants44
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute105.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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