Martinsburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Martinsburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,724. Residents earn $69,038 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,724 Population 2,652/sq mi density
$69,038 Median Income $31,686 per capita
$153,200 Home Value $239,133 Zillow
$790 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
52 Violent Crime/100K 1,095 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,038 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$153,200 home value, $790/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
52 violent crimes/100K (86% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,038
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $153,200
46% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 52/100K
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $790
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,724
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density2,652/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,038
Per Capita$31,686
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$153,200
Rent$790
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$239,133

Crime

F
Violent52/100K
Property1,095/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary261/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Elevation1,408 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.2%
High School+92.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Libraries8

Is Martinsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Martinsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. 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 $69,038, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Martinsburg is $153,200, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $790 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

Martinsburg is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 52 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,095 per 100,000, 44% below the national average.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% 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 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Martinsburg has a population of 1,724 with a density of 2,652 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%), with 1.9% Black.

Population

1,724
Total Population
2,652
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Martinsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Martinsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Martinsburg is $69,038, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Martinsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,038
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,686
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Martinsburg is $153,200, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $790 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $239,133.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$153,200
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$239,133

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$790
32% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.17%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Premature Death10,059/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access75.5%
Healthcare Facilities462
Martinsburg has a violent crime rate of 52 per 100,000 residents, 86% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,095 per 100,000 (44% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent52.1/100K
86% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape52.1/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,094.9/100K
44% below US avg
Burglary260.7/100K
Theft834.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Martinsburg has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,408 ft (429 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density2,652/sq mi
Coordinates40.3109°N, 78.3243°W
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,652/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Work from Home4.6%

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