Martinsburg, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Jefferson County County
Martinsburg, WV
At a Glance
How Martinsburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Martinsburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Martinsburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Martinsburg residents earn a median household income of $54,590 , which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,406. The unemployment rate stands at 8.0% (122% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,314 business establishments, including 129 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Martinsburg is $231,900 , 18% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $312,100. Median rent is $1,090/month, with 31.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 89.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1962.
Safety & Crime
Martinsburg reports 221 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 42% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,727/100K.
Education
23.1% of adults in Martinsburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 88.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Martinsburg has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches.