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| 3004 - Economic Development | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3004.1) | 6 |
Number of businesses reached through Extension programming |
| 3004.2) | 0 |
Number of businesses implementing economic development plans |
| 3004.3) | 4 |
Number of economic development-related projects/plans created with Extension’s assistance |
Author: Sarah Congleton
Major Program: Economic Development
Martin County, Kentucky has a population of 11,452 people according to the 2017 United States Census Bureau. The population of Martin County has decreased significantly, more than 11% since the previous recorded data from 2010. The decline in population is largely attributed lack of employment opportunities and poor quality and access to safe drinking water. Lack of access to safe and clean drinking water may also be contributed to the 31% of adults who are missing six or more teeth, compared to
