Martinez and its surroundings is an affluent area where many well-to-do people live. It is considered relatively safe. Unicenter is a major shopping centre. Some of the better cafes are Cafe Victoria and Cafe Martinez. A favored street is Calle Alvear.
The Martinez local government has recently set up a recycling program.
Martínez should not be confused with Villa Martínez de Hoz.
UN/LOCODE is ARMAR.