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

19,755

Population
Growth Rate

-0.30%

Median Age

47

Diversity Index

27.500

Housing & Income

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%

Income Projection

Median Household

$59,930 $66,352


Average Household

$85,130 $95,205


Per Capita

$37,443 $42,275

Workforce

Total Businesses

1,065

Total Employed

10,879

Workers 16+

9,720

2023 HealthCare / Social Assistance

cp-industries

Businesses

90

Employed

1,637

2023 Educational Services - Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

35

Employed

1,391

2023 Retail Trade Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

119

Employed

1,323

2023 Manufacturing Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

52

Employed

1,286

2023 Other Service excl Pub Admin

cp-industries

Businesses

160

Employed

885

2023 Public Administration

cp-industries

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