Martin, Tennessee Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Martin, Tennessee is 10,864 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 61st-largest city in Tennessee. The median household income is $41,510, the median home value is $177,700, and the median age is 25.1.
The population has declined 4.2% since 2010 (11,471 → 10,989).
10,864
Population
876
People / sq mi
$41,510
Median Income
$177,700
Median Home Value
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Martin covers 12.4 sq mi of land at 876 people per square mile.
About Martin, TN
Age is the most distinctive thing about Martin: a median age of 25.1, younger than the national median. With 10,864 residents, Martin is a city in Tennessee.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $41,510, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 17.9%, is among the steepest of comparable US cities and above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $177,700, with typical rent around $808.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 29.3% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Just 7.2% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 14 minutes each way.
Martin city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Martin city had a population of 11,471 in 2010 and 10,989 in 2024, a -4.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 11,471 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.30%.
10,989
Population (2024)
11,471
Population (2010)
11,471
Peak (2010)
-0.30%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 11,471 |
| 2011 | 11,371 |
| 2012 | 11,242 |
| 2013 | 11,044 |
| 2014 | 10,881 |
| 2015 | 10,829 |
| 2016 | 10,746 |
| 2017 | 10,542 |
| 2018 | 10,599 |
| 2019 | 10,484 |
| 2020 | 10,829 |
| 2021 | 10,776 |
| 2022 | 10,912 |
| 2023 | 11,013 |
| 2024 | 10,989 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 74.9% |
| Black or African American | 17.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$41,510
Median Household Income
$23,278
Per Capita Income
17.9%
Poverty Rate
3.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$177,700
Median Home Value
$808
Median Rent
43.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.2%
High School+
29.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
74.8%
Public Transit
7.2%
Work From Home
14.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
32.7%
Foreign Born
95.1%
Non-English at Home
4.1%
Veterans
15.6%
With Disability
87.7%
Health Insurance
93.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 35.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.6% |
| Manufacturing | 10.6% |
| Retail Trade | 5.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.7% |
| Information | 3.6% |
| Public Administration | 3.0% |
| Construction | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Martin, Tennessee has a population of 10,864 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 61st-largest city in Tennessee.
The median household income in Martin, Tennessee is $41,510, with 17.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Martin, Tennessee is $177,700, with median monthly rent at $808 and a homeownership rate of 43.3%.
The median age in Martin, Tennessee is 25.1 years. The population is 48.9% male and 51.1% female.
The population has declined 4.2% since 2010 (11,471 → 10,989).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.