Median Income
$79,520
6% higher than US avg
Home Value
$372,400
32% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
30.2%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,705
47% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.1%
6% higher than US avg
How Middleborough Center Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population8,064
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density2,052/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
A
Median Income$79,520
Per Capita$40,357
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty13.1%
County GDP$36,917M
Commute30 min
Housing
A
Home Value$372,400
Rent$1,705
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity31.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain52.4 in/yr
Elevation82 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+30.2%
High School+94.0%
School Score6.49
Community
2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute30 min
Libraries31
Is Middleborough Center a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Middleborough Center receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Middleborough Center offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Middleborough Center is $79,520, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 13.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Middleborough Center is $372,400, 32% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,705 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
30.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Middleborough Center experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.4 inches, including 41.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Middleborough Center has a population of 8,064 with a density of 2,052 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 1.5% Black.
Population
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Middleborough Center vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.1% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.9% |
| 49% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Middleborough Center vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Middleborough Center is $79,520, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income: Middleborough Center vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $79,520 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $40,357 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,343 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $110,225 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.1% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 16,845 |
| County GDP | $36,917M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,172 |
| Healthcare | 1,378 |
| Retail | 1,806 |
| Manufacturing | 435 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,386 |
| 140% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.25% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.0 min |
| Work from Home | 9.0% |
The median home value in Middleborough Center is $372,400, 32% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,705 (47% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $372,400 |
| 32% above US avg |
| Median List Price | $595,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $595,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $250 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.3% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 6 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,705 |
| 47% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,727 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,822 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,300 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,858 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,232 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,386 |
| 140% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.25% |
In Middleborough Center, 31.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Middleborough Center vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.0% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.6% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.6% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.8% |
| Premature Death | 6,525/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 93.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,378 |
Crime Rates: Middleborough Center vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 42 |
Safety Score
Middleborough Center has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.5°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 52.4 inches |
| 38% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 41.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,052/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.8942°N, 70.9257°W |
| County FIPS | 25023 |