Martin County, KY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
11,181 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,185 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
68.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$84,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$376 $612 (US)
Median Rent
- $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kentucky
2
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Kentucky
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 33
Feb 3 5 36
Mar 4 2 44
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 63
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 3 0 67
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 3 0 45
Dec 4 4 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 88%
Hillary Clinton 10%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, KY State Senate District 31, KY State House District 97, KY
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Schools

Inez Elementary School
4 miles, N • 2.3 star
Sheldon Clark High School
5 miles, N • 2.8 star
Martin County Middle School
6 miles, E • 1.9 star

Colleges

University of Pikeville
22 miles, SW • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Williamson Memorial Hospital
15 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Highlands Regional Medical Center
16 miles, W • 1.4 star
Paul B Hall Regional Medical Center
17 miles, NW • 1.4 star

Airports

Yeager Airport
64 miles, E • 1.4 star
Tri-Cities Airport
92 miles, S • 1 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
115 miles, E • 1 star