Middlefield, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Middlefield is a small town in Ohio with a population of 2,749. Residents earn $64,406 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,749 Population 813/sq mi density
$64,406 Median Income $37,385 per capita
$200,400 Home Value $280,756 Zillow
$791 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$64,406 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$200,400 home value, $791/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,406
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,400
29% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $791
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,749
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density813/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,406
Per Capita$37,385
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$6,128M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,400
Rent$791
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$280,756

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,473/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary74/100K

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation1,121 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+92.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute17 min
EV Stations1
Libraries10

Is Middlefield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Middlefield receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Middlefield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Middlefield is $64,406, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Middlefield is $200,400, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $791 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Middlefield is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,473 per 100,000, 25% below the national average.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Middlefield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 62.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Middlefield has a population of 2,749 with a density of 813 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%).

Population

2,749
Total Population
813
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.8%
Female 57.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Middlefield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Middlefield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Middlefield is $64,406, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Middlefield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,406
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,385
Avg Weekly Wage$1,089
IRS Avg AGI$121,771

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,221
County GDP$6,128M

Business (County)

Restaurants180
Healthcare294
Retail325
Manufacturing176

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,861
153% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.1 min
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Middlefield is $200,400, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $791 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $280,756.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,400
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$280,756
Median List Price$272,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$272,400
$/Sq Ft$150
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$791
32% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,861
153% above US avg
Effective Rate4.42%
In Middlefield, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Middlefield vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death5,581/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities294
Middlefield has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,473 per 100,000 (25% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Middlefield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,473.3/100K
25% below US avg
Burglary73.7/100K
Theft1,399.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Middlefield has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall62.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,121 ft (342 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²)
Population Density813/sq mi
Coordinates41.4605°N, 81.0712°W
County FIPS39055
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.7%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 24.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density813/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities294
Restaurants180
Retail Stores325

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.1 min
Work from Home1.4%

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