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Middletown, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Middletown is a small town in Illinois with a population of 236. Residents earn $52,857 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
236 Population 694/sq mi density
$52,857 Median Income $25,147 per capita
$66,300 Home Value $104,328 Zillow
$810 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$52,857 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$66,300 home value, $810/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,857
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $66,300
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $810
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.3%
152% higher than US avg

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

People

Population236
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density694/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,857
Per Capita$25,147
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty31.3%
County GDP$364M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$66,300
Rent$810
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$104,328
Housing Units132
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking15.8%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation582 ft (177 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+85.9%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute34 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries2

Is Middletown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Middletown receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Middletown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Middletown is $52,857, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 31.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Middletown is $66,300, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $810 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Middletown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches, including 12.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Middletown has a population of 236 with a density of 694 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

236
Total Population
694
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Middletown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Middletown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Middletown is $52,857, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Middletown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,857
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,147
Avg Weekly Wage$812
IRS Avg AGI$80,554

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate31.3%
152% above US avg
Establishments (County)229
County GDP$364M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare12
Retail24
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,475
56% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.0 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Middletown is $66,300, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $810 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $104,328.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$66,300
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$104,328

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$810
30% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.4%
Housing Units132
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,475
56% above US avg
Effective Rate8.26%
In Middletown, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits61.9%
Premature Death6,371/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access72.2%
Healthcare Facilities12
Middletown has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.3 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall12.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation582 ft (177 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density694/sq mi
Coordinates40.0993°N, 89.5904°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17129
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.5-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.1%
D 28.6%

Winner: Republican by 41.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+85.9%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density694/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants19
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.0 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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