Martin county is located in the Inner Banks area of North Carolina, an area of seven geographic regions, on the central coast of the state. The county seat is Williamston. The population of Martin County, as of the 2020 census, was 24,845. The county has a total area of 441 square miles, and the population density is 56 people per square mile.

The government of Martin County, North Carolina is composed of a Board of Commissioners, which is the governing body of the county. The Board of Commissioners is composed of five members, each elected from one of five districts. The Board of Commissioners is responsible for setting the county's budget, levying taxes, and enacting ordinances.

The major industries in Martin County are agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism. The county is home to several large employers, including East Carolina University, and Vidant Medical Center.

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