Martinsville, Virginia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Martinsville, Virginia is 13,584 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 98th-largest city in Virginia. The median household income is $42,434, the median home value is $92,500, and the median age is 40.2.
The population has grown 0.5% since 2010 (13,760 → 13,834).
13,584
Population
1240
People / sq mi
$42,434
Median Income
$92,500
Median Home Value
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Martinsville covers 11.0 sq mi of land at 1240 people per square mile.
About Martinsville, VA
In Martinsville, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $92,500. Martinsville is a city in Virginia with a population of 13,584.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US cities: the median household earns just $42,434, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 16.6%, above the national 12.4%. Housing costs are among the lowest of comparable places: a median home value of $92,500, with typical rent around $784.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 21.2% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 6.6%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Martinsville city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Martinsville city had a population of 13,760 in 2010 and 13,834 in 2024, a 0.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,834 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.06%.
13,834
Population (2024)
13,760
Population (2010)
13,834
Peak (2024)
0.06%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13,760 |
| 2011 | 13,596 |
| 2012 | 13,492 |
| 2013 | 13,416 |
| 2014 | 13,317 |
| 2015 | 13,259 |
| 2016 | 12,996 |
| 2017 | 12,823 |
| 2018 | 12,627 |
| 2019 | 12,554 |
| 2020 | 13,476 |
| 2021 | 13,539 |
| 2022 | 13,686 |
| 2023 | 13,753 |
| 2024 | 13,834 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 43.1% |
| Black or African American | 44.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$42,434
Median Household Income
$28,834
Per Capita Income
16.6%
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$92,500
Median Home Value
$784
Median Rent
56.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.1%
High School+
21.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
78.2%
Public Transit
6.6%
Work From Home
19.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
25.6%
Foreign Born
90.5%
Non-English at Home
6.9%
Veterans
19.7%
With Disability
91.3%
Health Insurance
88.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.1% |
| Manufacturing | 14.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 13.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.4% |
| Retail Trade | 5.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.0% |
| Construction | 3.0% |
| Public Administration | 2.8% |
| Information | 2.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Martinsville, Virginia has a population of 13,584 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 98th-largest city in Virginia.
The median household income in Martinsville, Virginia is $42,434, with 16.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Martinsville, Virginia is $92,500, with median monthly rent at $784 and a homeownership rate of 56.7%.
The median age in Martinsville, Virginia is 40.2 years. The population is 48.0% male and 52.0% female.
The population has grown 0.5% since 2010 (13,760 → 13,834).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.