Martin County, North Carolina
NC · FIPS 37117 · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates
| Metric | Value | vs National | Rank | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 21,644 | — | #1,786 / 3,222 | |
| Median Household Income | $48,578 | -35.4% | #2,853 / 3,222 | |
| Median Age | 46.8 years | +20.3% | #506 / 3,222 | |
| Median Home Value | $109,700 | -61.1% | #2,855 / 3,222 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $758 | -34.8% | #2,427 / 3,222 | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.4% | +61.6% | #2,703 / 3,222 | |
Demographics
Martin County has a population of 21,644, making it the #1,786 most populous county in the US. The median age is 46.8 years, which is 20.3% above the national median.
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The median household income in Martin County is $48,578, ranking #2,853 out of 3,222 counties — 35.4% below the national median. The poverty rate is 20.4% and unemployment stands at 6.1%.
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The median home value in Martin County is $109,700 (-61.1% vs national). Renters pay a median of $758/mo and the homeownership rate is 66.8%.
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92.9% of residents in Martin County have health insurance coverage, which is 1.4% above the national rate.
About Martin County, North Carolina
Martin County, North Carolina has a total population of 21,644, making it the 1,786th most populous county in the United States. The median age in Martin County is 46.8 years, which is 20.3% above the national median of 38.9 years.
The median household income in Martin County is $48,578, which ranks #2,853 of 3,222 counties nationwide. This is 35.4% below the national median of $75,149. The poverty rate is 20.4%, higher than the national rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1%.
The median home value in Martin County is $109,700, 61.1% below the national median. Renters in Martin County pay a median gross rent of $758 per month. The homeownership rate is 66.8%, compared to the national rate of 64.4%.
In Martin County, 16.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 50.4% below the national average of 33.7%. Health insurance coverage stands at 92.9% of the population. The average commute time for workers is 28.5 min.
Martin County is a diverse community. The largest racial or ethnic group is White (non-Hispanic) at 51.2% of the population, followed by Black (non-Hispanic) (40.1%) and Hispanic or Latino (4.4%).
All data for Martin County, North Carolina 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.