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Introduction to Martin, Tennessee
Martin, Tennessee, in Weakley county, is 50 miles N of Jackson, Tennessee and 106 miles NE of Memphis, Tennessee. The city has a population of 10,515.
Martin History
Martin was established in 1873. The area was at that time the point of intersection between the Mississippi Central Railroad and the Northwestern and Nashville Railroad. The original settlement was named Green Briar Glade, due to the bramble briars and scrubby timber in the area. After the completion of the Central Illinois Railroad in 1873, the city was renamed Frost Depot. Later on, the name of town was changed to Martin, after William Martin.
Martin and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Martin
Virginia Weldon Park, Rotary Field, Big Oak Tree State Park and Columbus Belmont State Park offer facilities for outdoor recreation. The Reelfoot National Wildlife Refuge is also a notable location in the area. Local churches include the Martin Church of Christ, Central Baptist Church and the Miles Chapel Christian Methodist Episcopal Church.
Martin Transportation
Memphis International is the nearest major airport.
Martin Higher Education
The University of Tennessee is the local institution of higher education. Other nearby institutions are Union University, John A Logan College and Murray State University.
Martin strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Tennessee):
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| Short Commute Times (vs. State) | Top 1% |  |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 5% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 6% | |
| College Educated Adults (vs. State) | Top 10% | |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. State) | Top 14% | |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 17% | |
Comparing Martin to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Tennessee (State):
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| Low Property Crime | | |
| Low Violent Crime | | |
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