Living in Martin County, Kentucky

Martin County is a county in Kentucky with a population of around 12,307. The main communities are Inez, Warfield.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,465/month, significantly above the national average, with a median home price of around $100K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 47°F) and warm summers (highs around 81°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. The area has wildfire risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Martin County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 40 and a predominantly working-class population (12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.