City of Martinsville
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- Population
- 13,658
- Area
- 10.95 sq mi (28.37 km²), 0.05 sq mi water
- Median age
- 38.4
- Households
- 5,711
- Persons per household
- 2.3
- Median household income
- $46,727
- Median house value
- $98,400
Demographics: 2020–2024 ACS
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City of Martinsville
An independent city — coextensive with this county-equivalent, so it is governed as a city and reported as a county.
Local News
Cardinal News
Published September 22New Rosie’s gaming facility proposed for site near Martinsville Speedway
It would relocate from its current location in Collinsville.
Cardinal News
Published September 18Martinsville’s warming center plans to relocate, awaiting approval for building code modification request
Organizers cite higher costs at Salvation Army location, are close to announcing new spot.
Cardinal News
Published September 17Festival in Martinsville is seventh for Southern Virginia Latino Association
With one of the highest Hispanic population percentages in the region, the city marks heritage month.
Cardinal News
Published September 16Former city manager removes Martinsville as defendant on whistleblower retaliation claim in lawsuit
Attorney Mark Krudys also withdrew as Ferrell-Benavides’ attorney but remains the lawyer for Mayor L.C. Jones in his legal action.
Cardinal News
Published September 11Martinsville to de-Flock, saying ‘trust matters’
The city will not renew its contract with Flock because “trust matters.”