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Martinsburg, OH

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Martinsburg is a small town in Ohio with a population of 314. Residents earn $49,375 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
314 Population 1,744/sq mi density
$49,375 Median Income $22,296 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
$908 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$49,375 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $908/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,375
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $908
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population314
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density1,744/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,375
Per Capita$22,296
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$3,085M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$908
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units95
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking15.5%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,176 ft (358 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+77.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute32 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries5

Is Martinsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Martinsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Martinsburg is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $908 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Martinsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches, including 41.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Martinsburg has a population of 314 with a density of 1,744 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

314
Total Population
1,744
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42%
Female 58%

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 $49,375, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Martinsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,375
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,296
Avg Weekly Wage$1,070
IRS Avg AGI$72,972

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,339
County GDP$3,085M

Business (County)

Restaurants108
Healthcare144
Retail157
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,813
38% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Drive Alone65.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Martinsburg is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $908 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$908
22% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.1%
Housing Units95
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,813
38% above US avg
Effective Rate5.35%
In Martinsburg, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 27.1% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.8%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits64.0%
Premature Death7,936/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access68.3%
Healthcare Facilities144
Martinsburg has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall41.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,176 ft (358 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,744/sq mi
Coordinates40.2698°N, 82.3544°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.9-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72%
D 27.1%

Winner: Republican by 44.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+77.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,744/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities144
Restaurants108
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Drive Alone65.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

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