Martins Ferry, OH

Ohio · Ohio County · Wheeling Metro

Martins Ferry is a small city in Ohio with a population of 6,192. Residents earn $43,073 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0

C+ Fair

6,192 Population 2,658/sq mi density

$43,073 Median Income $23,499 per capita

$92,800 Home Value $92,937 Zillow

$809 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent

53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

183 Violent Crime/100K 1,098 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.5 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

1.8 / 5.0

$43,073 median income, 11.2% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$92,800 home value, $809/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

183 violent crimes/100K (52% below avg)

Education

2.1 / 5.0

13.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $43,073

43% lower than US avg

Home Value $92,800

67% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 183/100K

52% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 13.6%

60% lower than US avg

Median Rent $809

30% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 44.2%

38% higher than US avg

Unemployment 11.2%

211% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 22.6%

82% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,192

Median Age39.7 yrs

Density2,658/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 82%

Veterans5.3%

Economy

Median Income$43,073

Per Capita$23,499

Unemployment11.2%

Poverty22.6%

County GDP$5,057M

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$92,800

Rent$809

Ownership57.3%

Zillow$92,937

Housing Units3,423

Rent Burden30.0%

Crime

Violent183/100K

Property1,098/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault137/100K

Burglary122/100K

Health

Obesity44.2%

Uninsured9.7%

Smoking22.4%

Depression29.9%

Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain41.9 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation938 ft (286 m)

Education

Bachelor's+13.6%

High School+91.5%

Graduate+2.7%

School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%

Commute21 min

Broadband85.1%

EV Stations1

Libraries1

Is Martins Ferry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Martins Ferry receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Martins Ferry has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Martins Ferry is $43,073, 43% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Martins Ferry is $92,800, 67% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $809 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Martins Ferry is below the national average at 183 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,098 per 100,000, 44% below the national average.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Martins Ferry experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Martins Ferry has a population of 6,192 with a density of 2,658 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50% female and 50% male. The city is predominantly White (82.2%), with 5.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.9% of residents. 5.3% of the population are veterans. 19.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,192

Total Population

2,658

People / sq mi

39.7yrs

Median Age

2% above US avg

0.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%

Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Martins Ferry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.9%

23% above US avg

Spanish 3.1%

77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Martins Ferry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Martins Ferry is $43,073, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,499 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,074, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,794 business establishments, including 140 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Martins Ferry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$43,073
	43% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,499
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,074
IRS Avg AGI	$75,258
Gini Index	0.507 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	11.2%
	211% above US avg
Poverty Rate	22.6%
	82% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,794
County GDP	$5,057M

Business (County)

Restaurants	140
Healthcare	229
Retail	186
Manufacturing	36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,676
	5% above US avg
Cost of Living	92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.5 min
Drive Alone	88.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Martins Ferry is $92,800, 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $92,937. Homes sell for 107.3% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $809 (30% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $873 for a one-bedroom to $1,092 for a two-bedroom apartment. 57.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,423 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1949. The average annual property tax is $3,676. 30.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$92,800
	67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$92,937
Median List Price	$57,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$57,000
$/Sq Ft	$55
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	107.3%
Price Drops	40.0%
Inventory	20

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$809
	30% below US avg
Rent Burden	30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$816
1 Bedroom	$873
2 Bedrooms	$1,092
3 Bedrooms	$1,388
4 Bedrooms	$1,550

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	57.3%
Owner-Occupied	57.3%
Renter-Occupied	42.7%
Housing Units	3,423
Median Year Built	1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,676
	5% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.96%

In Martins Ferry, 44.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.4% of residents, above the national average. 38.0% have high blood pressure. 22.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.4% report binge drinking. 34.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 29.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.3% experience frequent mental distress. 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:760. The dentist ratio is 1:901. 90.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Martins Ferry vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	44.2%
	38% above US avg
Diabetes	13.5%
Heart Disease	7.4%
High Blood Pressure	38.0%
Asthma	12.4%
COPD	10.1%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	22.4%
	60% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.4%
Physical Inactivity	34.9%
Depression	29.9%
Mental Distress	22.3%
Physical Distress	17.2%
Short Sleep	42.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.7%
Uninsured	9.7%
	13% above US avg
Primary Care	1:760
Dentists	1:901
Mental Health	1:250
Checkup Rate	77.4%
Dental Visits	50.4%
Premature Death	11,927/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.9/10
Exercise Access	90.0%
Healthcare Facilities	229

Martins Ferry has a violent crime rate of 183 per 100,000 residents, 52% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 137.2 per 100,000, robbery at 30.5, rape at 15.3. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,098 per 100,000, 44% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 869, burglary at 122, vehicle theft at 107 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Martins Ferry receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Martins Ferry vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	183.0/100K
	52% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	15.3/100K
Robbery	30.5/100K
Assault	137.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,097.9/100K
	44% below US avg
Burglary	122.0/100K
Theft	869.2/100K
Vehicle Theft	106.7/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Traffic Accidents	12
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Martins Ferry experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 938 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	53.1°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	30°F (-1°C)
July Average	74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	938 ft (286 m)
Area	0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density	2,658/sq mi
Coordinates	40.1043°N, 80.7291°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Ohio County County
Nearest Airport	Pittsburgh International (PIT) 37 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.9"

10% above US avg

Wettest Month (Jul) 4.17"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.32"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0439 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.0 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	69.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability	27.6 / 100
Community Resilience	94.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Very Low
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Very Low
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.9 on May 9, 2025.

Mar 12, 2007	Ohio	M3.7	142 km
Nov 20, 2013	2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio	M3.5	146 km
Jun 3, 2017	1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio	M3.4	52 km
Apr 24, 2025	3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio	M3.1	74 km
Apr 22, 2025	3 km ESE of Buffalo, Ohio	M3.1	68 km
Aug 31, 2011	3 km SE of Lowell, Ohio	M3.1	92 km
Mar 30, 2024	2 km SSW of Maple Ridge, Ohio	M3.0	93 km
Apr 2, 2017	5 km W of Graysville, Ohio	M3.0	66 km
May 9, 2025	3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio	M2.9	74 km
Aug 7, 2000	2 km S of Limaville, Ohio	M2.9	101 km
Aug 31, 2011	2 km NNW of Belmont, West Virginia	M2.8	91 km
Feb 3, 2025	0 km NE of Reno, Ohio	M2.8	99 km
Apr 29, 2025	1 km SE of Pleasant City, Ohio	M2.8	72 km
Jul 30, 2013	12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia	M2.8	142 km
May 17, 2010	2 km S of Boston Heights, Ohio	M2.7	142 km
Jul 20, 2013	6 km SW of Glenville, West Virginia	M2.7	135 km
Sep 4, 2011	3 km N of Saint Marys, West Virginia	M2.6	86 km
Aug 16, 2013	13 km SW of Glenville, West Virginia	M2.6	142 km
Aug 21, 2010	19 km WNW of Helvetia, West Virginia	M2.5	149 km
Sep 11, 2024	4 km WNW of Claysville, Pennsylvania	M2.5	24 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

232 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 18 fatalities, 423 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Oct 1, 1986	EF3	90 km	0
May 31, 1985	EF3	83 km	9
Jun 3, 1980	EF3	95 km	0
Oct 12, 1978	EF3	79 km	0
May 8, 1969	EF3	46 km	1
Aug 3, 1963	EF3	76 km	2
Jun 26, 2024	EF2	96 km	0
May 11, 2024	EF2	60 km	0
May 7, 2024	EF2	54 km	0
Feb 28, 2024	EF2	48 km	0
Aug 1, 2022	EF2	19 km	0
Oct 21, 2021	EF2	23 km	0
Jul 29, 2021	EF2	26 km	0
Jul 29, 2021	EF2	62 km	0
Mar 23, 2011	EF2	86 km	0
Nov 12, 2003	EF2	77 km	0
May 23, 2000	EF2	40 km	0
Jun 27, 1998	EF2	65 km	1
Jun 30, 1990	EF2	49 km	0
Oct 1, 1986	EF2	86 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	30°F (-1°C)	2.5 in	Coldest
February	31°F (-0°C)	2.3 in	Driest
March	40°F (5°C)	3.2 in
April	50°F (10°C)	3.3 in
May	60°F (16°C)	4.0 in
June	68°F (20°C)	3.9 in
July	74°F (24°C)	4.2 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	71°F (22°C)	3.5 in
September	64°F (18°C)	3.0 in
October	53°F (12°C)	2.6 in
November	43°F (6°C)	3.2 in
December	33°F (1°C)	2.9 in

Martins Ferry has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 30°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.3").

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Martins Ferry is located in Ohio County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 13.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 60% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 62% of the vote, a 26-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 229 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 88.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%

D 36%

Winner: Republican by 26 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Traffic Accidents	12
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	13.6%
	60% below US avg
High School+	91.5%
Graduate Degree+	2.7%
School Test Score	5.90

C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	2,658/sq mi
Total Area	0.9 sq mi
County	Ohio County County

Services

Broadband Access	85.1%
Avg Download Speed	116.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	5.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	229
Restaurants	140
Retail Stores	186

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.5 min
Drive Alone	88.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.8%

Average costs for common services in Martins Ferry. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$232 ($139–$371)
Specialist Visit	$325 ($186–$510)
Urgent Care Visit	$186 ($93–$325)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,042 ($742–$4,640)
Dental Cleaning	$121 ($70–$186)
Dental Filling	$232 ($139–$371)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$70 ($46–$111)
Brake Pad Replacement	$278 ($139–$464)
Tire Rotation	$37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$557 ($371–$928)
Battery Replacement	$186 ($93–$325)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$93 ($56–$139)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$84 ($46–$130)
HVAC Repair	$371 ($139–$742)
HVAC System Install	$6,496 ($3,712–$11,136)
Roof Repair	$928 ($371–$1,856)
Roof Replacement	$8,352 ($5,104–$13,920)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,392 ($464–$3,248)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,920 ($4,640–$27,840)
DUI Defense	$4,640 ($1,856–$9,280)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,392 ($742–$2,784)
Will Preparation	$464 ($186–$928)
Trust Preparation	$2,320 ($928–$4,640)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$51 ($28–$93)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$139 ($70–$232)
Manicure	$23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$37 ($23–$60)
Massage (1 Hour)	$74 ($46–$121)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.80 ($2.78–$5.10)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.25 ($2.32–$4.64)
Loaf of Bread	$3.53 ($2.32–$5.10)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.18 ($2.78–$6.03)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.10 ($3.71–$6.96)
Rice (per lb)	$0.93 ($0.56–$1.67)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$130 ($74–$232)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$65 ($28–$139)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$65 ($37–$111)
Internet (Monthly)	$65 ($37–$93)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$60 ($28–$93)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$79 ($46–$139)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$186 ($70–$464)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,856 ($1,114–$3,248)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$65 ($28–$121)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.42–$23)
Car Registration (Annual)	$93 ($28–$232)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$70)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,114 ($557–$2,320)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$928 ($464–$1,856)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$371 ($186–$650)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$46 ($23–$93)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$928 ($371–$2,320)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,600 ($4,640–$27,840)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$93)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$93 ($46–$186)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$93)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$278 ($139–$464)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$186 ($93–$371)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$635
Toddler	$605
Preschool	$636
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$591
Toddler	$659
Preschool	$704

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Ohio County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	5,683	286	$63,889	1.46
Retail Trade	2,979	202	$36,973	1.10
Accommodation & Food Services	2,823	142	$24,087	1.15
Administrative & Waste Services	1,578	106	$46,045	0.99
Finance & Insurance	1,148	93	$80,178	1.04
Wholesale Trade	1,123	102	$62,106	1.05
Manufacturing	1,090	50	$55,443	0.49
Professional & Technical Services	1,081	223	$73,266	0.57
Other Services	986	142	$47,627	1.21
Management of Companies	882	25	$98,386	1.93
Construction	874	102	$66,226	0.61
Educational Services	574	27	$36,240	1.02
Arts & Entertainment	529	55	$26,864	1.16
Information & Technology	276	37	$51,905	0.54
Real Estate	209	62	$44,183	0.50

Hospitals in Martins Ferry

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
EAST OHIO REGIONAL HOSPITAL	Acute Care Hospitals	2/5	Yes	(740) 633-1100

Schools in Martins Ferry

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School	Elementary	531	—	—
Martins Ferry High School	High	397	—	—
Martins Ferry Middle School	Middle	389	—	—

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Radio Stations near Martins Ferry

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Jazz FM	jazz	AAC 131 kbps
WWOV 101.1 FM	bluegrass, country	MP3 128 kbps
WJPA	—	MP3 96 kbps
93.3 The Drive	—	MP3 96 kbps

National Parks Near Martins Ferry

39 national parks and monuments found near Martins Ferry.

Park	Type	Fee
Allegheny Islands State Park	State Park	Free
Barkcamp State Park	State Park	Free
Beaver Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park	State Park	Free
Coopers Rock State Park (Mont Chateau??)	State Park	Free
East Reservoir State Park	State Park	Free
First Ladies National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Fort Laurens State Park	State Park	Free
Friendship Hill National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Grave Creek Mound State Park	State Park	Free
Guilford Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Hillman State Park	State Park	Free
Hower Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Howes State Park	State Park	Free
Jefferson Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Milton State Park	State Park	Free
Long Lake State Park	State Park	Free
McConnells Mill State Park	State Park	Free
Moraine State Park	State Park	Free
Mud Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Muskingum Lock & Dam 3 State Park	State Park	Free
Muskingum Lock & Dam 4 State Park	State Park	Free
Muskingum Lock & Dam 5 State Park	State Park	Free
North Bend State Park	State Park	Free
North Reservoir State Park	State Park	Free
Point State Park	State Park	Free
Portage Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Pricketts Fort State Park	State Park	Free
Raccoon Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Rex Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Ryerson Station State Park	State Park	Free
Salt Fork State Park	State Park	Free
Tomlinson Run State Park	State Park	Free
Turkeyfoot Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Tygart Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Valley Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Watters Smith Memorial State Park	State Park	Free
West Reservoir State Park	State Park	Free
Wolf Run State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Martins Ferry

7 trails found near Martins Ferry.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
LAMPING HOMESTEAD TRAIL	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BT/NCT MARIETTA	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PLAINVIEW HOMESTEAD TRAIL	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PLAINVIEW GHOST TRAIL	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PLAINVIEW HORSEHOE FALLS TRAIL	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PLAINVIEW SCHOOLHOUSE TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LAMPING SHORT LOOP	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—

Museums in Martins Ferry

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
WJU ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		3042432096	$48,054,560
ALEXANDAR CAMPELL MANSION	GENERAL MUSEUM		3048297000	$33,571,416
MARSHALL COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3048453692	$126,121
MARX TOY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3048456022	$72,439
FOSTORIA GLASS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3048459188	$62,872
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF THE OHIO VALLEY	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		3042145437	$59,259
NATIONAL IMPERIAL GLASS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		7406713971	$43,545
ART WORKS AROUND TOWN	ART MUSEUM		3042337540	$32,009
BROOKE COUNTY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3047374060
CUMBERLAND TRAIL GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
FORT HENRY LIVING HISTORY	HISTORY MUSEUM
GOOD ZOO & BENEDUM PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	465 LODGE DRIVE	3042434030
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF MOUNT PLEASANT OHIO	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	UNION STREET	8007522631
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF SMITHFIELD OHIO	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 32
JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	493 ELDERSVILLE RD	7249479015
KRUGER STREET TOY AND TRAIN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3042428133
MARTINS FERRY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7406335046
MEADOWCROFT MUSEUM OF RURAL LIFE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7245873412
MEADOWCROFT ROCKSHELTER & HISTORIC VILLAGE	GENERAL MUSEUM		7245873412
NUTTING GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
OGLEBAY INSTITUTE GLASS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3042427272
OGLEBAY'S GOOD ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	465 LODGE DRIVE	3042434030
OUE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	30 - 22ND STREET
SMART-CENTER	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	30 22ND STREET
UNOFFICIAL LEGO & TOY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	4597 NOBLE ST
WHEELING BIG BAND SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	24 SAINT CHARLES AVE

Libraries in Martins Ferry

Name	Address	Annual Visits
OHIO COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	52 16TH ST.	182,819
MOUNDSVILLE-MARSHALL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	700 FIFTH STREET	157,300
BELMONT COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY	20 JAMES WRIGHT PLACE	88,140
ST. CLAIRSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	108 W. MAIN ST.	85,956
BROOKE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	945 MAIN STREET	76,880
BELLAIRE PUBLIC LIBRARY	330 32ND STREET	51,428

Farmers Markets in Martins Ferry

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Brooke County Farmers Market - Follansbee	1500 Main Street	06/22/2016 to 09/28/2016	Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Brooke County Farmers Market - Wellsburg	Route 2 Wellsburg	06/25/2016 to 09/17/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Hopedale Farmers' Market	Hwy 22				Visit
MarshallCountyFarmers'Market	12thstreet	May to October	Sat:8:00 AM - 11:00 AM;
Noodles Market	932 Main Street
Ohio Valley Farmers Market - Bellaire	32nd Street and Union Street	06/04/2016 to 10/29/2016	Sun: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Ohio Valley Farmers' Market	Mall Road	06/09/2016 to 10/20/2016	Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Wheeling Farmers Market I	1221 National Rd	06/01/2013 to 10/26/2013	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes
Wheeling Farmers Market II	Elm Terrace Shopping Center (East Cove Ave.)	07/09/2014 to 10/23/2014	Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;

Breweries in Martins Ferry

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Embers Lounge	Associations/non-profits, Cocktail Lounges, Mcmechen Wv, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Cocktai	2110 Marshall St	3042329202
Mikes Place LLC	Bars & Grills, Beer Taverns & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants	11 Ash Ave	3048434854
Mountaineer Bar and Grill Inc	Wheeling, Cocktail Lounges, West Virginia (wv), Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, Wheeli	664 Fairmont Pike	3042380061, 13042380061
River City Restaurant	Brewery, American Restaurant, and Bar	1400 Main St	3042334555	Visit
Third Alarm Bar	Cocktail Lounges, Restaurant, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Associations, Clubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants	70 New Jersey St	3042330511
To Go Cafe	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cafes, Cocktail Lounges, Carry-out Food, Restaurants	106 Togo St	3047374545	Visit

Nursing Homes in Martins Ferry

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
EAST OHIO REGIONAL HOSPITAL 90 NORTH FOURTH STREET	Non profit - Corporation	50	37	1/5	—	3/5	1/5	7406334262

Pharmacies in Martins Ferry

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 6270	404 AETNA STREET	740-633-0831
GRIFFITHS PHARMACY	601 HANOVER STREET	740-633-2543
INHOME INFUSION SERVICE	90 NORTH 4TH STREET	740-633-4112
JUST MEDS	1103 SOUTH ZANE HIGHWAY	740-633-2676

Cell Towers in Martins Ferry

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
111 LENA LN	TOWER	116
111 LENA LN (16315)	LTOWER	116
335 BETHPAGE LANE (80028)	GTOWER	111
1000' W OF 10TH & 11TH STS	TOWER	91
WATSON RD, I70 1.5 mi w of St Clairsville (3674)	LTOWER	89
3446 COUNTY ROAD 16 (14837)	LTOWER	81
(moundsville) Alt Rt. 2	LTOWER	81
RD1 BOX 65 (3677)	LTOWER	75
6200' W FROM I/S NO. 10 & US I-70	TOWER	61
151 Chatham St. (80029)	MTOWER	61
1500' S OF HWY 151, 2.2 MI E OF SPRINDALE ROAD(steubenville)	TOWER	61
COOPERS RIDGE (3664)	LTOWER	57

Fire Stations in Martins Ferry

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Martins Ferry Fire Department	35 S 5TH ST	Volunteer			740-633-0515

Bridges in Martins Ferry

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1968	125	20,655	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1968	381	20,655	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1976	57	19,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1949	60	1,783	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2000	36	1,295	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1976	119	1,138	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1975	72	1,054	F
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1993	73	1,054	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1995	100	1,054	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1957	86	574	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2016	36	120	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2010	25	96	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1942	35	38	F

Airports Near Martins Ferry

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Pittsburgh International Airport	PIT	Large Airport
Beaver County Airport	BFP	Medium Airport
Wheeling Ohio County Airport	HLG	Medium Airport
Alderman Airport	—	Small Airport
Andrew J Ciechomski Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Bandel Airport	—	Small Airport
Barnesville Bradfield Airport	—	Small Airport
Black Rock Airport	—	Small Airport
Brothers Aviation Airport	—	Small Airport
Bulick Field	—	Small Airport
Carr Airport	—	Small Airport
Carroll County-Tolson Airport	—	Small Airport
Cataney Airport	—	Small Airport
Columbiana County Airport	—	Small Airport
Crosswind Meadows Airport	—	Small Airport
Eddie Dew Memorial Airpark	—	Small Airport
Fairmont Municipal Airport Frankman Field	—	Small Airport
Finleyville Airpark	—	Small Airport
Fino Airport	—	Small Airport
Fox Airport	—	Small Airport
Frame Field	—	Small Airport
Furey Airport	—	Small Airport
Glendale Fokker Field	GWV	Small Airport
Gnadenhutten Airport	—	Small Airport
Greene County Airport	WAY	Small Airport
Gregg Airport	—	Small Airport
Hanny Beaver Airpark Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
Harrison County Airport	—	Small Airport
Harry Clever Field	PHD	Small Airport
Herron Airport	—	Small Airport
Hibbetts Airport	—	Small Airport
Horne Airport	—	Small Airport
Howell Airport	—	Small Airport
Jefferson County Airpark	—	Small Airport
Kindelberger Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Lakehill Airport	—	Small Airport
Lenzner Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Lockeridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Marshall County Airport	—	Small Airport
Mc Coy Airport	—	Small Airport
Minerva Airport	—	Small Airport
Misty Hill Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Monroe County Airport	—	Small Airport
Narrigan Grass Strip	—	Small Airport
P W Johnson Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Pabst Blue Ribbon Airport	—	Small Airport
Parsons Airport	—	Small Airport
Risker Field	—	Small Airport
Roxford Airport	—	Small Airport
Salem Lakefront Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Martins Ferry

5 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone


Benwood Police Department
Martins Ferry Police Department	35 South 5th Street
St. Clairsville Police
West Virginia State Police
Wheeling Police Department	2115 Chapline Street

Grocery Stores in Martins Ferry

10 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
BellStores 1074	Convenience Store	507 Crawford St
Convenient Food Mart 3889	Convenience Store	1 N Zane Hwy
CVS 6270	Other	404 Aetna St
DOLLAR GENERAL 2863	Other	1210 Broadway St
Dollar Tree 8431	Other	500 S Zane Hwy
Hanover Fuel Stop	Convenience Store	109 Hanover St
Jacob And Sons Meats Inc	Specialty Store	306 Center St
KROGER 371	Super Store	400 Aetna St
Martins Ferry Carryout	Convenience Store	114 S 4th St
Singh & Singh Llc	Convenience Store	101 Aetna St

Post Offices in Martins Ferry

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Martins Ferry Post Office

Treatment Centers in Martins Ferry

14 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Access Residential	Both	937-965-4925
BreakThru - WVU Medicine Reynolds Memorial Hosp	Substance Abuse	304-221-4528
Crittenton Services	Both	304-242-7060
Crossroads Counseling Services Inc	Substance Abuse	740-695-9447
Fox Run Hospital	Mental Health	740-695-2131
HealthWays Inc - Miracles Happen	Substance Abuse	304-242-0217
National Youth Advocate Program Inc	Mental Health	304-243-1865
Northwood Health Systems - Marshall County Clinic	Both	304-845-3000
Northwood Health Systems - Ohio County Clinic	Both	304-234-3570
Pinnacle Treatment Centers OH XI LLC	Substance Abuse	740-598-2054
SELF Discovery - Chrysalis Health Ohio	Substance Abuse	740-314-8195
Southeast Healthcare	Mental Health	740-695-9344
Tri County Help Center Inc	Mental Health	740-695-5441
Youth Services System Inc	Both	304-233-9627 x428

Churches & Religious Organizations in Martins Ferry

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CHURCH OF CHRIST OF MARTINS FERRY	710 S ZANE HWY
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH	306 LOCUST ST
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	400 WALNUT ST
GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	7 N 4TH ST
KOREKIPE-OHIO VALLEY HAITI FUND	432 N 5TH ST
MARTINS FERRY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	709 BROADWAY ST
SPEIRO ACADEMY SCHOOL OF MINISTRY & FINE ARTS	500 N 5TH ST
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCH	40 N 4TH ST
THE ZOODOCHOS PEGHE GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH	314 N 5TH ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Martins Ferry

What is the population of Martins Ferry?

Martins Ferry has a population of 6,192 residents and is located in Ohio. The population density is 2,658 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.7 years. The population is 50% female and 50% male.

Is Martins Ferry expensive to live in?

Martins Ferry is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $43,073, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $92,800 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $809 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Martins Ferry safe?

Martins Ferry is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 183 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,098 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Martins Ferry receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Martins Ferry?

Martins Ferry has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Martins Ferry?

The job market in Martins Ferry faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.2% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,074. There are 1,794 business establishments in the area, including 140 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 3.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Martins Ferry?

The median home value in Martins Ferry is $92,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $92,937. For renters, the median monthly rent is $809. Fair market rent is $873 for a 1-bedroom and $1,092 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 57.3%. The average annual property tax is $3,676.

How are the schools in Martins Ferry?

Schools in Martins Ferry score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.6% of adults in Martins Ferry hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Martins Ferry?

The obesity rate in Martins Ferry is 44.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 22.4% of adults are smokers. 34.9% are physically inactive. 29.9% of residents report depression. 9.7% lack health insurance. 90.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:760.

What is transportation like in Martins Ferry?

The average commute in Martins Ferry is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Martins Ferry?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Martins Ferry is 82.2% White, 5.3% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 96.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.1% speak Spanish. 5.3% of the population are military veterans. 19.5% of residents have a disability. 90.7% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Wheeling, WV 26,670 pop · 2.7 mi Bridgeport, OH 1,457 pop · 2.9 mi Yorkville, OH 1,002 pop · 3.6 mi Wolfhurst, OH 1,131 pop · 3.7 mi Bethlehem, WV 2,568 pop · 4.7 mi Tiltonsville, OH 1,240 pop · 5.0 mi Bellaire, OH 3,852 pop · 6.1 mi Neffs, OH 1,032 pop · 6.4 mi Benwood, WV 1,173 pop · 6.9 mi West Liberty, WV 1,568 pop · 8.1 mi McMechen, WV 1,735 pop · 8.1 mi St. Clairsville, OH 5,043 pop · 9.2 mi Shadyside, OH 3,458 pop · 9.2 mi Glen Dale, WV 1,517 pop · 11.0 mi

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