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Martin is a city in Weakley County, Tennessee, United States. The population was 10,825 according to the 2020 census. The city is the home of the University of Tennessee at Martin.

Weakley County is a county located in the northwest of the U.S. state of Tennessee. As of the 2020 census, the population was 32,902. Its county seat is Dresden. Its largest city is Martin, the home of the University of Tennessee at Martin. The county was established by the Tennessee General Assembly on October 21, 1823, and is named for U.S. Congressman Robert Weakley (1764–1845). Weakley County comprises the Martin, TN Micropolitan Statistical Area.

Weakley County was created in October 1823 from some of the land that the Chickasaw people ceded to the United States in the Treaty of 1818. The county was named after Colonel Robert Weakley, a member of the House of Representatives, a speaker of the State Senate, and the man commissioned to treat (negotiate) with the Chickasaw. During the 19th century, the county was the state's largest corn producer. By the latter half of the 20th century, soybeans became the county's leading crop.

Martin is named for Captain William Martin. William Martin was born in Halifax County, Virginia in 1806, and moved to Weakley County, Tennessee with his wife Sarah in 1832. Captain Martin prospered through tobacco farming and began working to establish a railroad connection in what would later become Martin in 1852. It was not until after he died in 1859 that his sons, led primarily by George W. Martin, persuaded the Mississippi Central Railroad to locate a connection with the Nashville and Northwestern Railroad in what would become Martin, Tennessee in 1872.

Martin is located at 36°20′31″N 88°51′6″W (36.341836, -88.851647). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 12.4 square miles (32 km²), of which 12.4 square miles (32 km²) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.10 km²) (0.32%) is water.

Martin places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. The Martin Parks & Recreation is a central hub for fitness enthusiasts, offering a range of amenities such as sports facilities, walking trails, and fitness programs. West Tennessee Healthcare Volunteer Hospital and Martin Medical Center offer comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Fitness 1440 offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. Those looking for a more structured workout can visit Anytime Fitness for 24/7 gym access. Yoga practitioners can enjoy classes at Serenity Yoga, which offers a tranquil environment for relaxation and meditation. For aquatic activities, the Martin Aquatic Center has swimming lessons and open swim times. Pure Bliss Salon is perfect for a day of pampering, offering massages, facials, and other spa treatments. 

Top sites in Martin TN are Big Cypress Tree State Park, Harmon Field Park, and Tennessee Safari Park

Population: 10,989 (2024). ZIP code: 38237. Area code(s): 731. Elevation: 407 ft (124 m). Area: 12.45 sq mi (32.24 km²). 

FAQs

Is Martin, TN a good town to live in?

Martin is in Weakley County and is one of the best places to live in Tennessee. Living in Martin offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents rent their homes. Many young professionals live in Martin and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Martin are highly rated.

What is the cost of living in Martin, TN?

Martin is a city in Weakley County, Tennessee, with a population of 10,721. The total cost of housing, food, child care, transportation, health care, taxes, and other necessities for a single adult in Martin is $32,340 a year — less than the annual cost of living for Tennessee of $34,350 and less than the national figure of $38,433. Using cost of living data from the non-profit think tank Economic Policy Institute, 24/7 Wall St. estimated the cost of living in Martin and over 29,000 other cities and towns in the US.

What are the demographics of Martin, TN?

In 2021, Martin, TN had a population of 10.5k people with a median age of 24.7 and a median household income of $37,487. Between 2020 and 2021 the population of Martin, TN declined from 10,585 to 10,536, a −0.463% decrease and its median household income grew from $33,030 to $37,487, a 13.5% increase. The 5 largest ethnic groups in Martin, TN are White (Non-Hispanic) (75.8%), Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) (16.3%), Asian (Non-Hispanic) (1.88%), White (Hispanic) (1.8%), and Two+ (Non-Hispanic) (1.51%).

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City of Martin

Wikipedia 

Wikipedia - Weakley County

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Data USA

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Big Cypress Tree State Park

Harmon Field Park

Tennessee Safari Park

Martin Parks & Recreation

West Tennessee Healthcare Volunteer Hospital

Martin Medical Center

Fitness 1440

Anytime Fitness

Serenity Yoga

Martin Aquatic Center

Pure Bliss Salon

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