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Middleport, PA

Pennsylvania

Middleport is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 269. Residents earn $71,667 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
269 Population 611/sq mi density
$71,667 Median Income $30,849 per capita
$100,700 Home Value
$625 Median Rent 34.1% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$71,667 median income, 7.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,700 home value, $625/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,667
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,700
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.8%
117% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population269
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density611/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,667
Per Capita$30,849
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$6,492M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,700
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units171
Rent Burden34.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation721 ft (220 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+87.7%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 29%
Commute25 min
Broadband86.1%
Libraries14

Is Middleport a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Middleport is $71,667, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Middleport is $100,700, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Middleport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches, including 48.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Middleport has a population of 269 with a density of 611 people per square mile. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).

Population

269
Total Population
611
People / sq mi
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.4%
Female 57.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Middleport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Middleport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Middleport is $71,667, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Middleport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,667
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,849
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$65,391

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,961
County GDP$6,492M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare347
Retail449
Manufacturing163

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Middleport is $100,700, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,700
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg
Rent Burden34.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.4%
Housing Units171
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,393
54% above US avg
Effective Rate5.36%
Middleport has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.6 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall48.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation721 ft (220 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density611/sq mi
Coordinates40.7278°N, 76.0868°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 86.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+87.7%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density611/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.1%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities347
Restaurants248
Retail Stores449

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Nearby Cities

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