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Village in Louisiana, United States
524Population
11.6 sq miArea
233 ftElevation

Martin is a village in Red River Parish, Louisiana, United States. As of the 2020 census, Martin had a population of 524.

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Area code318
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Most working residents leave Martin for work: only 1% work in town. The top destinations are Coushatta (18%), Shreveport (17%) and Bossier City (5%). Half commute less than 29 miles.

Coushatta
18%
Shreveport
17%
Bossier City
5%
Natchitoches
5%
Census LEHD 2023 · ACSWork & commute in Martin →

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5worse than LA

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Christus Coushatta Health Care CenterCoushatta · 9.1 mi · ER · rural critical access
Bienville Community Health CenterRinggold · 16.7 mi · sliding-scale fees
Primary careShortage · county-wide
DentalShortage · county-wide
Mental healthShortage · county-wide
CDC PLACES 2025 · modeled estimates for adults · CDC's estimate for Martin · CMS · HRSAHealth in Martin →

Natural hazards in Martin

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Moderate

Expected storm and flood damage is higher than in 58% of U.S. communities.

🌊 Inland flooding💨 Strong wind🌪️ Tornadoes
FEMA National Risk Index December 2025 · OpenFEMANatural hazards in Martin →

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Martin has mild winters and hot summers, with plenty of rain. A typical July afternoon reaches 93°, a January night drops to 36°, and snow is almost unheard of.

60° / 38°Winter
77° / 54°Spring
92° / 71°Summer
78° / 54°Fall
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Nearest: Red River Parish LibraryCoushatta · 9.4 miles · 40 hrs a week
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