Martinsville, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Martinsville is a small city in Indiana with a population of 11,913. Residents earn $56,186 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
11,913 Population 1,301/sq mi density
$56,186 Median Income $31,317 per capita
$140,400 Home Value $284,384 Zillow
$952 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$56,186 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,400 home value, $952/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,186
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,400
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $952
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,913
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density1,301/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,186
Per Capita$31,317
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$3,059M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,400
Rent$952
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$284,384

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Elevation603 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+86.1%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute31 min
EV Stations7
Libraries7

Is Martinsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Martinsville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, 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 $56,186, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Martinsville is $140,400, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $952 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Martinsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches, including 16.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Martinsville has a population of 11,913 with a density of 1,301 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%).

Population

11,913
Total Population
1,301
People / sq mi
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
9.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Martinsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Martinsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Martinsville is $56,186, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Martinsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,186
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,317
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$72,454

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,396
County GDP$3,059M

Business (County)

Restaurants108
Healthcare110
Retail168
Manufacturing69

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,320
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Martinsville is $140,400, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $952 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $284,384.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,400
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$284,384
Median List Price$245,194

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$245,194
$/Sq Ft$145
Homes Sold13
Sale-to-List Ratio96.4%
Price Drops21.1%
Inventory38

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$952
18% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,048

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,320
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.65%
In Martinsville, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death8,539/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access68.3%
Healthcare Facilities110

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Martinsville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.5 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall16.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation603 ft (184 m)
Area9.2 sq mi (23.7 km²)
Population Density1,301/sq mi
Coordinates39.4147°N, 86.4317°W
County FIPS18109
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.3%
D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+86.1%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,301/sq mi
Total Area9.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities110
Restaurants108
Retail Stores168

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Work from Home10.2%

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