Martinsville, OH

Ohio

Martinsville is a small town in Ohio with a population of 396. Residents earn $53,125 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
396 Population 1,070/sq mi density
$53,125 Median Income $27,264 per capita
$105,700 Home Value $229,156 Zillow
$836 Median Rent 25.4% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$53,125 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,700 home value, $836/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,125
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,700
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $836
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population396
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density1,070/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,125
Per Capita$27,264
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$3,130M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,700
Rent$836
Ownership72.3%
Zillow$229,156
Rent Burden25.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Elevation1,092 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+81.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute35 min
Broadband81.1%
Libraries5

Is Martinsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Martinsville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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 $53,125, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Martinsville is $105,700, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $836 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Martinsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Martinsville has a population of 396 with a density of 1,070 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

396
Total Population
1,070
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Martinsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Martinsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Martinsville is $53,125, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Martinsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,125
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,264
Avg Weekly Wage$1,211
IRS Avg AGI$68,873

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)965
County GDP$3,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare74
Retail127
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,869
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.9 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Martinsville is $105,700, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $836 (28% below US avg). 72.3% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $229,156.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,700
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$229,156

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$136
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio103.1%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$836
28% below US avg
Rent Burden25.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.3%
Owner-Occupied72.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,869
39% above US avg
Effective Rate4.61%
In Martinsville, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death12,168/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access48.7%
Healthcare Facilities74

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Martinsville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,092 ft (333 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,070/sq mi
Coordinates39.3230°N, 83.8123°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.6-point margin. 81.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 54.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+81.4%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,070/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.1%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants70
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.9 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.2%

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