Total Population
19,625
Population
Growth Rate
-0.42%
Median Age
45
Diversity Index
28.400
Thank you for your interest in our area. We are confident that you will find our community to be beautiful, prosperous, and friendly. Whether you are preparing for a visit to Martin County or are already in our area on business or pleasure, we hope you enjoy your stay.
Fairmont has a picturesque setting amidst a chain of five lakes, thus offering a wide array of recreational activities. While in our area we suggest a visit to the parks, historical attractions, Aquatic Park, and cultural or sporting events. The diverse dining and shopping opportunities are sure to offer you pleasurable experiences.
We are confident you will enjoy the beauty, history, and “Southern Minnesota Hospitality”. Martin County prides itself as a “true gem on the prairie”.
Total Population
19,625
Population
Growth Rate
-0.42%
Median Age
45
Diversity Index
28.400
Households
8,620
Owner Occupied
6,268
Renter Occupied
2,352
Vacant
1,041
Median Household
$66,735 $79,027
Average Household
$88,236 $101,988
Per Capita
$38,781 $45,209
Total Businesses
1,071
Total Employed
11,120
Workers 16+
9,657
2024 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
84
Employed
1,517
2024 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
117
Employed
1,444
2024 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
34
Employed
1,441
2024 Manufacturing Businesses
Businesses
49
Employed
1,252
2024 Public Administration
Businesses
89
Employed
968
2024 Other Service excl Pub Admin
Businesses
171
Employed
909
Average Commute Time
18 min.
Resident Commuters
8,113
Non-Resident Commuters
1,419
Drive Alone
7,876
Carpooled
578
Public
20
Work At Home
768
Best State To Raise a Family
(WalletHub, 1st in 2020; 2nd in 2021)
in Voter Participation
(U.S. Elections Project, 2020)
Best State for Women and for Working Moms and Dads
(Wallethub, 2020)
in Volunteering
(Corporation for National and Community Service)
in Child Well-Being
(Kids Count Report, 2021)
in Healthy People
(2021 Camelot Index)