Middle Point, OH

Ohio

Middle Point is a small town in Ohio with a population of 645. Residents earn $53,906 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
645 Population 1,194/sq mi density
$53,906 Median Income $29,780 per capita
$83,100 Home Value $164,263 Zillow
$685 Median Rent 12.2% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,906 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,100 home value, $685/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,906
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,100
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $685
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

How Middle Point Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population645
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density1,194/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,906
Per Capita$29,780
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$1,726M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,100
Rent$685
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$164,263
Housing Units292
Rent Burden12.2%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking15.2%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation779 ft (237 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+91.0%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute19 min
Broadband89.8%
Libraries7

Is Middle Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Middle Point receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Middle Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Middle Point is $53,906, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Middle Point is $83,100, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $685 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Middle Point experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Middle Point has a population of 645 with a density of 1,194 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

645
Total Population
1,194
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Middle Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Middle Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Middle Point is $53,906, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Middle Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,906
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,780
Avg Weekly Wage$950
IRS Avg AGI$62,126

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)658
County GDP$1,726M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare59
Retail84
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,981
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Middle Point is $83,100, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $685 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $164,263.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,100
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$164,263

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$685
41% below US avg
Rent Burden12.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.9%
Housing Units292
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,981
15% below US avg
Effective Rate3.59%
In Middle Point, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 27.1% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Middle Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits62.4%
Premature Death9,043/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access64.8%
Healthcare Facilities59
Middle Point has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation779 ft (237 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,194/sq mi
Coordinates40.8560°N, 84.4468°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39161
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.5-point margin. 89.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.9%
D 20.4%

Winner: Republican by 58.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+91.0%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,194/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.8%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants55
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

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