Living in Martin County, Texas

Martin County is a county in Texas with a population of around 5,641. The main communities are Stanton, Ackerly.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,465/month, significantly above the national average, with a median home price of around $212K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 60°F) and very hot summers (highs around 93°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Martin County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 33 and a predominantly working-class population (18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.