Martin County, Kentucky
KY · FIPS 21159 · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates
| Metric | Value | vs National | Rank | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,027 | — | #2,414 / 3,222 | |
| Median Household Income | $37,042 | -50.7% | #3,105 / 3,222 | |
| Median Age | 40.6 years | +4.4% | #1,918 / 3,222 | |
| Median Home Value | $86,900 | -69.2% | #3,120 / 3,222 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $450 | -61.3% | #3,193 / 3,222 | |
| Poverty Rate | 33.2% | +163.3% | #3,123 / 3,222 | |
Demographics
Martin County has a population of 11,027, making it the #2,414 most populous county in the US. The median age is 40.6 years, which is 4.4% above the national median.
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The median household income in Martin County is $37,042, ranking #3,105 out of 3,222 counties — 50.7% below the national median. The poverty rate is 33.2% and unemployment stands at 5.4%.
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The median home value in Martin County is $86,900 (-69.2% vs national). Renters pay a median of $450/mo and the homeownership rate is 84.9%.
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98.4% of residents in Martin County have health insurance coverage, which is 7.3% above the national rate.
About Martin County, Kentucky
Martin County, Kentucky has a total population of 11,027, making it the 2,414th most populous county in the United States. The median age in Martin County is 40.6 years, which is 4.4% above the national median of 38.9 years.
The median household income in Martin County is $37,042, which ranks #3,105 of 3,222 counties nationwide. This is 50.7% below the national median of $75,149. The poverty rate is 33.2%, higher than the national rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4%.
The median home value in Martin County is $86,900, 69.2% below the national median. Renters in Martin County pay a median gross rent of $450 per month. The homeownership rate is 84.9%, compared to the national rate of 64.4%.
In Martin County, 10.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69.8% below the national average of 33.7%. Health insurance coverage stands at 98.4% of the population. The average commute time for workers is 34.6 min.
Martin County is a diverse community. The largest racial or ethnic group is White (non-Hispanic) at 84.7% of the population, followed by Black (non-Hispanic) (7.8%) and Two or More Races (5.1%).
All data for Martin County, Kentucky comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. These figures are estimates based on survey sampling and are subject to margin of error. For the most detailed and up-to-date data, visit the Census Bureau's official data portal.