Martinsburg, West Virginia
Martinsburg: city in West Virginia, United States
About
Martinsburg is a city located in the county of Berkeley in the U.S. state of West Virginia. Its population at the 2010 census was 17,227 and a population density of 2,583 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 17,514 inhabitants.
The city was created 247 years ago in 1778.
Quick Facts about Martinsburg
| Population | 17,514 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | West Virginia (United States) |
| County | Berkeley County |
| Postal code | 25401–25405 |
| Phone Area Codes | 304 |
| Area | 6.67 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.4562,-77.9639 |
| Altitude | 453 feet / 138 meters |
| Capital city | Martinsburg is capital of Berkeley County |
| Establishment | December 17, 1778 (247 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 09:02:49 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 2,626 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 1.64% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 63℉ Partly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Martinsburg is located at 39°27'22"N 77°57'50"W (39.4562100, -77.9638900).
Martinsburg map
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Weather
Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. Southwest wind around 3 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Martinsburg increased by 1.64% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 17,227 | - | census |
| 2011 | 17,286 | 0.34% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 17,408 | 0.7% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 17,448 | 0.23% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 17,523 | 0.43% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 17,474 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 17,492 | 0.1% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 17,485 | -0.04% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 17,478 | -0.04% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 17,454 | -0.14% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 17,514 | 0.34% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Martinsburg
1Poor House Farm Park
Poor House Rd, Martinsburg, WV 25403, United States View details
Phone: +13042644842 | Website available
2Ambrose Park
25404 Mall Dr, Martinsburg, WV 25401, United States View details
Phone: +13042644842 | Website available
3Belle Boyd House
126 E Race St, Martinsburg, WV 25401, United States View details
Phone: +13042648801 | Website available
4General Adam Stephen House
309 E John St, Martinsburg, WV 25401, United States View details
Phone: +13042674434 | Website available
5Triple Brick Museum
313 E John St, Martinsburg, WV 25401, United States View details
Phone: +13042674434
Services and Civic Places in Martinsburg
1Martinsburg City Hall
232 N Queen St, Martinsburg, WV 25401 View details
Phone: +13042642141 | Website available
2Martinsburg Recorder's Office
232 N Queen St, Martinsburg, WV 25401 View details
Phone: +13042642131 | Website available
3Martinsburg City Engineer
232 N Queen St, Martinsburg, WV 25401 View details
Phone: +13042642141 | Website available
4Martinsburg License Clerk
232 N Queen St, Martinsburg, WV 25401 View details
Phone: +13042642131 | Website available
5US Consolidated Farm Services Agency
1450 Edwin Miller Blvd, Martinsburg, WV 25404, United States View details
Phone: +13042637547
People born in Martinsburg (47)
People born in Martinsburg, including politician Absalom Willis Robertson, Catholic archbishop John Joseph Kain, United States writer, editor and bookshop worker Mary Ann Shaffer, .
More notable people
- Harry Flood Byrd (American politician (1887-1966)) he was born in 10/06/1887
- Newton Diehl Baker Jr. (American politician (1871-1937)) he was born in 03/12/1871
- John Miller (Missouri politician (1781-1846)) he was born in 25/11/1781
- Charles J. Faulkner (Confederate Army general, Congressman (1806-1884)) he was born in 06/07/1806
- Charles James Faulkner (American politician (1847-1929)) he was born in 21/09/1847
- Garland Wilson (American musician (1909-1954)) he was born in 13/06/1909
- Vicky Bullett (basketball player) she was born in 04/10/1967
- John P. C. Shanks (U.S. Representative from Indiana (1826-1901)) he was born in 17/06/1826
- Philip Pendleton Cooke (American writer and lawyer) he was born in 26/10/1816
- Charles Porterfield Krauth (American theologian) he was born in 17/03/1823
- Corey Hill (American martial artist) he was born in 03/10/1978
- David Hunter Riddle (American academic) he was born in 14/04/1805
- David Hunter Strother (American author and illustrator) he was born in 26/09/1816
- Fulton Walker (American football defensive back (1958-2016)) he was born in 30/04/1958
- George Dering Wolff (American editor) he was born in 25/08/1822
- Harry Lee Doll (American bishop) he was born in 01/01/1903
- Hugh Carroll Frazer (United States Navy Medal of Honor recipient) he was born in 22/02/1891
- John Unger (American politician) he was born in 24/01/1969
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Martinsburg, WV. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 238005 | International Beauty School 4 | Martinsburg (WV) | 25401 |
Nearby Transit Stations (23)
Rail and bus stations connected to Martinsburg, WV. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MRB | Martinsburg station | 229 East Martin St. | RAIL |
| HFY | Harpers Ferry | Potomac St. & Shenandoah St. | RAIL |
| HAG | Hagerstown, MD | 123 West Franklin Street | BUS |
| HNK | Hancock, MD | 434 East Main Street | BUS |
| FRC | Frederick, MD | 100 South East Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Martinsburg.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Martinsburg Post Office | Martinsburg (WV) | 25404 |
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- Martinsburg, Illinois township in Pike County, Illinois with a population of 396 people.
- Martinsburg, Missouri town in Audrain County, Missouri, United States with a population of 299 people.
- Martinsburg, Ohio human settlement in Knox County, Ohio, United States of America with a population of 232 people.
- Martinsburg, Iowa town in Keokuk County, Iowa, United States with a population of 107 people.
- Martinsburg, Nebraska village in Nebraska, United States with a population of 87 people.
Other cities in Berkeley County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Berkeley County , WV.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hedgesville | 295 | Town in West Virginia |
Distance to Other Cities
Martinsburg distances to largest West Virginia cities