Tennessee
Martin is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 10,864. Residents earn $41,510 per year, which is 45% below the national average.
Based on current data, Martin receives an overall livability score of 2.9 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, high obesity rates. Martin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Martin is $41,510, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Martin is $177,700, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $808 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Martin is below the national average at 256 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,154 per 100,000, near the national average.
29.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Martin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 96.9% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.1% |
| 77% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $41,510 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,278 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $863 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,111 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.9% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 674 |
| County GDP | $1,407M |
| Restaurants | 65 |
| Healthcare | 68 |
| Retail | 105 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,121 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.19% |
| Commute Time | 14.0 min |
| Work from Home | 7.2% |
| Census Median | $177,700 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $208,923 |
| Median List Price | $249,950 |
| Median List Price | $249,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $97 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 93.1% |
| Price Drops | 19.4% |
| Inventory | 31 |
| Census Median Rent | $808 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,050 |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 43.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,121 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.19% |
| Obesity | 42.9% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.3% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 9.2% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.4% |
| Depression | 30.6% |
| Mental Distress | 22.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.9% |
| Premature Death | 11,927/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 25.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 68 |
| Total Violent | 256.0/100K |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 35.3/100K |
| Assault | 220.7/100K |
| Total Property | 2,153.6/100K |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 326.6/100K |
| Theft | 1,782.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 44.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 58.9°F |
| 9% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 54.7 inches |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 3.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 397 ft (121 m) |
| Area | 12.4 sq mi (32.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 875/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.3379°N, 88.8514°W |
| County FIPS | 47183 |
Winner: Republican by 58.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.3% |
| 13% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 875/sq mi |
| Total Area | 12.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 68 |
| Restaurants | 65 |
| Retail Stores | 105 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 14.0 min |
| Work from Home | 7.2% |