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Martin County

Population Demographics

As of 2024 the population of Martin County is 5,333. The population is expected to grow to 5,379 by 2029 - a growth rate of 0.17%.

The median age of Martin County residents is 36.

The diversity index of Martin County is 75.7, meaning that there is a 76% chance that any two people selected out of 100 residents will be of different race or ethnicity from one another.

Housing and Income

The average household income in Martin County is $98,730 and projected to be $112,966 in 2029. Per capita income is $35,195, projected to be $40,975 in 2029. 2.63% of households – 140 – have an income of $200,000 or higher. Average net worth is $1,083,199 and the average disposable income is $78,307.

There are 2,162 housing units in Martin County; 1,421 are owner-occupied, 480 are rented, and 261 are vacant. The average home value is $269,018, with 207 homes built in 2010 or later, and 93 built in 1939 or earlier.

Business and Workforce

There are 188 businesses in Martin County, employing 1,643 workers and pulling from a labor force of 2,176 age 16 and above. 992 workers commute into Martin County from outside the county or state. Key industries for the area include:

1,184 residents both live and work in/around Martin County. The average travel time is 20.2 minutes. 32.94% people have a commute of less than 5 minutes while 2.2% commute 90 minutes or more each way. Of commuters, 1,850 drive alone, 212 carpool, and 0 take public transportation. 96 use other modes of transport such as motorcycle, bicycle, walking, etc. 18 residents work from home.

1,398 members of the workforce hold a high school diploma or GED. 79 have associates degrees, 370 have bachelor’s degrees, and 268 hold a graduate or professional degree.