
Martin is a city and the county seat of Bennett County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 938 at the 2020 census..
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About Martin
Martin is a tiny community in southwestern South Dakota with an estimated population of 923.
Officially, Martin is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 0.56 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 1,648 residents per square mile.
📰 Martin News Today
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Martin Unique
- One of 8 places in the US named Martin — but the South Dakota one has a character all its own.
- Positioned in southwestern South Dakota, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of South Dakota — one of 485 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 19 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Martin
- American Legion Post 240
- The Pizza Shoppe — pizza
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
🏞️ Parks & Outdoors in Martin
Parks mapped by the OpenStreetMap community · "reviews" opens each park's live Google reviews.
🏫 Schools in Martin
- Bennett County Elementary School - 03
- Bennett County High School - 01
- Bennett County Middle School - 06
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
🏥 Hospitals & Healthcare
- Bennett County Hospital And Nursing Home - Cah · 24/7 ER · Critical Access Hospitals
Medicare-registered hospitals with official CMS star ratings.