Martinsville, IL

Illinois

Martinsville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,212. Residents earn $65,000 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,212 Population 600/sq mi density
$65,000 Median Income $31,222 per capita
$73,600 Home Value $113,608 Zillow
$588 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
781 Violent Crime/100K 867 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$65,000 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,600 home value, $588/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
781 violent crimes/100K (105% above avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,000
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,600
74% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 781/100K
105% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $588
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.8%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,212
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density600/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,000
Per Capita$31,222
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty17.8%
County GDP$715M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,600
Rent$588
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$113,608

Crime

F
Violent781/100K
Property867/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault607/100K
Burglary87/100K

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Elevation604 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+93.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute25 min
Libraries4

Is Martinsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Martinsville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Martinsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Martinsville is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 17.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Martinsville is $73,600, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $588 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 781 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 867 per 100,000, 56% below the national average.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Martinsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches, including 11.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Martinsville has a population of 1,212 with a density of 600 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%).

Population

1,212
Total Population
600
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Martinsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Martinsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Martinsville is $65,000, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Martinsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,000
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,222
Avg Weekly Wage$877
IRS Avg AGI$67,251

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.8%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)337
County GDP$715M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare27
Retail40
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,718
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Martinsville is $73,600, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $588 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $113,608.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,600
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$113,608

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$588
49% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,718
6% above US avg
Effective Rate5.05%
In Martinsville, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death9,615/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access61.0%
Healthcare Facilities27
Martinsville has a violent crime rate of 781 per 100,000 residents, 105% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 867 per 100,000 (56% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent780.6/100K
105% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape173.5/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault607.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property867.3/100K
56% below US avg
Burglary86.7/100K
Theft693.8/100K
Vehicle Theft86.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Martinsville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.5 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall11.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation604 ft (184 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density600/sq mi
Coordinates39.3384°N, 87.8809°W
County FIPS17023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.7%
D 23.5%

Winner: Republican by 51.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density600/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants43
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Work from Home4.8%

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