Total Population
19,755
Population
Growth Rate
-0.30%
Median Age
47
Diversity Index
27.500
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”.
Households
8,683
Total Housing Units
9,705
Owner Occupied
6,633
Renter Occupied
2,050
Vacant
1,022
Median Home Value
$164,761
Average Home Value
$213,011
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
2.46%
Median Household
$59,930 $66,352
Average Household
$85,130 $95,205
Per Capita
$37,443 $42,275
Total Businesses
1,065
Total Employed
10,879
Workers 16+
9,720
2023 HealthCare/Social Assist
Businesses
90
Employed
1,637
2023 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
35
Employed
1,391
2023 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
119
Employed
1,323
2023 Manufacturing Businesses
Businesses
52
Employed
1,286
2023 Other Service excl Pub Admin
Businesses
160
Employed
885
2023 Public Administration
Businesses
83
Employed
878
Some
High School
506
Graduated
High School
4,628
Associates
Degree
2,131
Bachelor's
Degree
2,377
Graduate
Degree
980
Average Commute Time
18 min.
Resident Commuters
8,370
Non-Resident Commuters
1,246
Drive Alone
7,775
Carpooled
560
Public
36
Work At Home
872
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)