Median Income $43,281

42% lower than US avg

Home Value $52,500

81% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 6.7%

80% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.6%

30% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 30.3%

144% higher than US avg

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

People

Population96

Median Age46.4 yrs

Density259/mi²

Male / Female31% / 69%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans75.0%

Economy

C+

Median Income$43,281

Per Capita$21,372

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty30.3%

County GDP$443M

Commute23 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$52,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units50

Rent Burden45.0%

Health

Obesity41.6%

Uninsured7.6%

Smoking18.0%

Depression23.2%

Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain37.4 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation805 ft (245 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.7%

High School+89.3%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%

Commute23 min

Broadband43.0%

Libraries6

Is Martinsburg a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Martinsburg is $43,281, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 30.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Martinsburg is $52,500, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Martinsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°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 37.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Martinsburg has a population of 96 with a density of 259 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

Total Population

259

People / sq mi

46.4yrs

Median Age

19% above US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.3%

Female 68.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Martinsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	94.4%
	20% above US avg
Spanish	5.6%
	58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Martinsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Martinsburg is $43,281, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 30.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Martinsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$43,281
	42% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$21,372
Avg Weekly Wage	$913
IRS Avg AGI	$63,794

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	30.3%
	144% above US avg
Establishments (County)	316
County GDP	$443M

Business (County)

Restaurants	15
Healthcare	16
Retail	29
Manufacturing	12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,438
	30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	4.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.8 min
Drive Alone	56.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	14.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Martinsburg is $52,500, 81% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$52,500
	81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	45.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$738
1 Bedroom	$788
2 Bedrooms	$989
3 Bedrooms	$1,282
4 Bedrooms	$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	88.4%
Housing Units	50
Median Year Built	1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,438
	30% below US avg
Effective Rate	4.64%

In Martinsburg, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.6%
	30% above US avg
Diabetes	10.3%
Heart Disease	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	32.4%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	7.2%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.0%
	29% above US avg
Binge Drinking	22.0%
Physical Inactivity	26.8%
Depression	23.2%
Mental Distress	18.9%
Physical Distress	13.3%
Short Sleep	32.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.7%
Uninsured	7.6%
	12% below US avg
Checkup Rate	74.5%
Dental Visits	65.3%
Premature Death	8,349/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	36.3%
Healthcare Facilities	16

Martinsburg has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	48.9°F
	9% below US avg
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	37.4 inches
	2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	805 ft (245 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density	259/sq mi
Coordinates	41.1788°N, 92.2519°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19107

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.5-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%

D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	6.7%
	80% below US avg
High School+	89.3%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.73

D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	259/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	43.0%
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	16
Restaurants	15
Retail Stores	29

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.8 min
Drive Alone	56.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	14.6%

Martinsburg, IA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Martinsburg a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Martinsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Martinsburg vs U.S. Average

Income: Martinsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities