Martin, Tennessee facts for kids
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Martin, Tennessee
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Businesses along Lindell Street
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Location of Martin in Weakley County, Tennessee.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Weakley |
| Area | |
| • Total | 12.45 sq mi (32.24 km2) |
| • Land | 12.40 sq mi (32.13 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.11 km2) |
| Elevation | 407 ft (124 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 10,825 |
| • Density | 872.63/sq mi (336.92/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
38237-38238
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| Area code(s) | 731 |
| FIPS code | 47-46240 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1292789 |
| Website | http://www.cityofmartin.net/ |
Martin is a city located in Weakley County, Tennessee, United States. In 2020, about 10,825 people lived here. Martin is also home to the University of Tennessee at Martin, a well-known university.
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History of Martin
Martin is named after Captain William Martin. He was born in Virginia in 1806. In 1832, he moved to Weakley County, Tennessee, with his wife, Sarah.
Captain Martin became successful by farming tobacco. He started working to bring a railroad to the area in 1852. Sadly, he passed away in 1859. After his death, his sons, especially George W. Martin, continued his work. They convinced the Mississippi Central Railroad to connect with the Nashville and Northwestern Railroad. This important connection was made in 1872, and that's how the city of Martin began.
Geography and Location
Martin is located at coordinates 36°20′31″N 88°51′6″W / 36.34194°N 88.85167°W.
The city covers a total area of about 12.4 square miles (32.24 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a small part, about 0.04 square miles (0.11 square kilometers), is water.
Main Roads and Highways
Several important roads pass through Martin, making it easy to travel around. These include:
- U.S. Route 45E (also known as Elm Street and Lindell Street)
- State Route 22
- State Route 431 (Main Street, University Street)
- State Route 43 (Skyhawk Parkway)
Martin's Climate
The weather in Martin, Tennessee, changes throughout the year. Here is a summary of the climate information:
| Climate data for Martin, Tennessee (University of Tennessee at Martin) 1991–2020 normals, extremes 1936–present | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 77 (25) |
81 (27) |
86 (30) |
90 (32) |
98 (37) |
107 (42) |
105 (41) |
106 (41) |
105 (41) |
96 (36) |
87 (31) |
78 (26) |
107 (42) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 45.9 (7.7) |
50.8 (10.4) |
59.5 (15.3) |
70.2 (21.2) |
78.8 (26.0) |
86.5 (30.3) |
89.8 (32.1) |
89.5 (31.9) |
83.4 (28.6) |
72.4 (22.4) |
59.6 (15.3) |
49.3 (9.6) |
69.6 (20.9) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 36.2 (2.3) |
40.5 (4.7) |
48.7 (9.3) |
58.7 (14.8) |
68.3 (20.2) |
76.3 (24.6) |
79.7 (26.5) |
78.4 (25.8) |
71.5 (21.9) |
59.7 (15.4) |
48.5 (9.2) |
39.8 (4.3) |
58.9 (14.9) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 26.5 (−3.1) |
30.3 (−0.9) |
37.8 (3.2) |
47.3 (8.5) |
57.8 (14.3) |
66.2 (19.0) |
69.7 (20.9) |
67.4 (19.7) |
59.6 (15.3) |
47.1 (8.4) |
37.4 (3.0) |
30.2 (−1.0) |
48.1 (8.9) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −18 (−28) |
−14 (−26) |
−2 (−19) |
20 (−7) |
31 (−1) |
44 (7) |
48 (9) |
44 (7) |
33 (1) |
17 (−8) |
0 (−18) |
−13 (−25) |
−18 (−28) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 4.18 (106) |
4.74 (120) |
5.32 (135) |
5.29 (134) |
5.66 (144) |
4.30 (109) |
4.24 (108) |
3.45 (88) |
3.77 (96) |
3.98 (101) |
4.48 (114) |
5.31 (135) |
54.72 (1,390) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 1.2 (3.0) |
1.4 (3.6) |
0.4 (1.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.1 (0.25) |
0.0 (0.0) |
3.1 (7.9) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) | 10.6 | 9.7 | 11.6 | 10.9 | 11.9 | 9.6 | 8.2 | 7.7 | 7.6 | 8.2 | 9.4 | 11.5 | 116.9 |
| Average snowy days (≥ 0.1 in) | 0.9 | 0.9 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 2.3 |
| Source: NOAA | |||||||||||||
Population and People
The population of Martin has changed over the years. Here's how many people have lived in the city during different census years:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 1,730 | — | |
| 1910 | 2,228 | 28.8% | |
| 1920 | 2,837 | 27.3% | |
| 1930 | 3,300 | 16.3% | |
| 1940 | 3,587 | 8.7% | |
| 1950 | 4,082 | 13.8% | |
| 1960 | 4,750 | 16.4% | |
| 1970 | 7,781 | 63.8% | |
| 1980 | 8,898 | 14.4% | |
| 1990 | 8,600 | −3.3% | |
| 2000 | 10,515 | 22.3% | |
| 2010 | 11,473 | 9.1% | |
| 2020 | 10,825 | −5.6% | |
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Martin's Population in 2020
In 2020, the United States census counted 10,825 people living in Martin. There were 3,958 households and 2,049 families in the city.
Here's a look at the different groups of people living in Martin in 2020:
| Race | Number of People | Percentage |
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| White (not Hispanic) | 7,892 | 72.91% |
| Black or African American (not Hispanic) | 1,910 | 17.64% |
| Native American | 14 | 0.13% |
| Asian | 131 | 1.21% |
| Other/Mixed | 549 | 5.08% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 329 | 3.04% |
ZIP Codes for Martin
The ZIP codes used in the Martin area are 38237 and 38238. The 38238 ZIP code is specifically for the University of Tennessee at Martin.
Media and News
Martin has its own local media to keep residents informed and entertained.
Newspapers
- Weakley County Press
Radio Stations
You can listen to several radio stations in Martin:
- WCMT-AM 1410 100.5FM
- WCMT-FM 101.3
- WUTM-FM 90.3
- (WCDZ FM 95.1 and 102.9FM)
- WCMT-AM 1410 "your best friend"
Fun Places to Visit
Martin has several interesting places to visit and explore:
- University of Tennessee at Martin - A major university campus.
- University of Tennessee Botanical Gardens - A beautiful place to see different plants.
- Westview High School (Tennessee) - A local high school.
Famous People from Martin
Many talented people have connections to Martin, Tennessee. Here are a few:
- Chad Clifton - An NFL player who played for the Green Bay Packers.
- Leonard Hamilton - An alumnus of UTM and a men's basketball coach for Florida State University.
- Justin Harrell - An NFL player who also played for the Green Bay Packers.
- Crystal Renee Hayslett - An actress and costume designer known for TV shows like Sistas.
- Lester Hudson - A UTM alumnus and an NBA basketball player.
- Pat Summitt - A UTM alumna and a very famous head coach for the UT Knoxville Lady Vols Basketball team.
- Jerry Reese - A UTM alumnus and former General Manager for the New York Giants football team.
- Hayden White - A well-known historian who studied stories and history.
- Lin Dunn - A UTM alumna and the first coach and general manager for the Seattle Storm basketball team.
- Van Jones - A UTM alumnus, a CNN commentator, and an Emmy award winner.
- Ty Simpson - A Westview alumnus and a quarterback for the Alabama Crimson Tide college football team.
See also
In Spanish: Martin (Tennessee) para niños
