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Martinsville, VA

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Population
13,849
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,020 ft
Median Home Value
$98,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$808/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$46,727
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Martinsville

Tucked into southern Virginia near the North Carolina border, Martinsville offers an easygoing lifestyle with a welcoming community feel. Home to about 13,000 residents, the city sits along the scenic Smith River, where locals spend time trout fishing, kayaking, and exploring riverside trails. The historic Martinsville Speedway brings exciting NASCAR crowds to town each season, while everyday life revolves around quiet neighborhoods, affordable housing, and scenic foothill views.

2017 06 27 11 58 21 View north along U.S. Route 220 Business (Memorial Boulevard) between Harris Court and Commonwealth Boulevard in Martinsville, Virginia

The city also features several standout cultural and educational spots. Residents can spend an afternoon exploring the Virginia Museum of Natural History, enjoying exhibits at Piedmont Arts, or biking along the local rail trail. Continuing education and career training are close by at Patrick & Henry Community College and the New College Institute. When you want a weekend getaway or a quick commute to a larger metro area, highway connections put Greensboro and Roanoke within an easy drive.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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