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Martinsburg, NE

Nebraska

Martinsburg is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 87. Residents earn $28,750 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
87 Population 870/sq mi density
$28,750 Median Income $19,255 per capita
$110,000 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 291 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$28,750 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$110,000 home value
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,750
62% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,000
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.6%
26% higher than US avg

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

People

Population87
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density870/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans57.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$28,750
Per Capita$19,255
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty15.6%
County GDP$480M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units31
Rent Burden26.3%

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking14.6%
Depression16.8%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI32 (Good)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,253 ft (382 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+90.6%
Graduate+7.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute15 min
Broadband37.0%
Libraries4

Is Martinsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Martinsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include 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 $28,750, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 15.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Martinsburg is $110,000, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Martinsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Martinsburg has a population of 87 with a density of 870 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

87
Total Population
870
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.7%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Martinsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Martinsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Martinsburg is $28,750, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Martinsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,750
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,255
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015
IRS Avg AGI$67,189

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.6%
26% above US avg
Establishments (County)147
County GDP$480M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare9
Retail15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,900
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.1 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Martinsburg is $110,000, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,000
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.5%
Housing Units31
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,900
17% below US avg
Effective Rate2.64%
In Martinsburg, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 16.8% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma8.7%
COPD5.3%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression16.8%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress10.5%
Short Sleep29.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.2%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate68.3%
Dental Visits63.1%
Premature Death5,812/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access48.0%
Healthcare Facilities9
Martinsburg has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.0 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.0 inches
26% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,253 ft (382 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density870/sq mi
Coordinates42.5086°N, 96.8320°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS31051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.7-point margin. 37.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.5%
D 19.8%

Winner: Republican by 58.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+90.6%
Graduate Degree+7.1%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density870/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants11
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.1 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

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