Martin County

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”.

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Population

Total Population

19,625

Population
Growth Rate

-0.42%

Median Age

45

Diversity Index

28.400

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-13

Housing & Income

Households

8,620

Total Housing Units

9,661


Owner Occupied

6,268

Renter Occupied

2,352

Vacant

1,041

Median Home Value

$185,495


Average Home Value

$242,681

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

3.11%

Income Projection

Median Household

$66,735 $79,027


Average Household

$88,236 $101,988


Per Capita

$38,781 $45,209

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-13

Workforce

Total Businesses

1,071

Total Employed

11,120

Workers 16+

9,657

2024 HealthCare / Social Assistance

cp-industries

Businesses

84

Employed

1,517

2024 Retail Trade Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

117

Employed

1,444

2024 Educational Services - Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

34

Employed

1,441

2024 Manufacturing Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

49

Employed

1,252

2024 Public Administration

cp-industries

Businesses

89

Employed

968

2024 Other Service excl Pub Admin

cp-industries

Businesses

171

Employed

909

Some
High School

497

Graduated
High School

4,496

Associates
Degree

2,150

Bachelor's
Degree

2,243

Graduate
Degree

1,156

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

Source: ESRI, 2024-09-13