Martin County

Martin County is an administrative area in Eastern Kentucky featuring forested hills and numerous valleys that shape its landscape. Small communities are scattered throughout the territory, with Inez serving as the county seat where government services and public offices are located.

The Kentucky General Assembly established this county on March 10, 1870, naming it after John Martin, a state politician. This creation marked the beginning of formal administrative structure in the region.

Residents here maintain traditions through regular community gatherings and local music performances that reflect regional customs. These events remain central to how people connect and celebrate their heritage together.

Main government services and the county courthouse are located in Inez, the seat. The hilly terrain requires a vehicle to explore different communities and areas throughout the county.

Multiple streams and elevated ridges create a network of valleys that directly shaped where communities developed. This natural pattern of water and elevation remains visible in how settlements are organized across the land.

Location: Kentucky

Inception: March 10, 1870

Capital city: Inez

Shares border with: Lawrence County, Wayne County, Mingo County, Pike County, Floyd County, Johnson County

Website: http://martincountykentucky.com

GPS coordinates: 37.80000,-82.52000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:07