Living in Martin County, Florida

Martin County is a county in Florida with a population of around 156,283, part of the Port St. Lucie, FL MSA metro area. The main communities are Stuart, Sewall's Point, Jupiter Island.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,465/month, significantly above the national average, with a median home price of around $468K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings very warm winters (highs around 75°F) and hot summers (highs around 87°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Martin County has older demographics, with a median age of 52 and a moderately educated workforce (34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.