Median Income
$55,833
26% lower than US avg
Home Value
$98,500
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$806
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.8%
13% lower than US avg
How Middletown Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,163
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density1,865/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
B+
Median Income$55,833
Per Capita$26,813
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$5,526M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$98,500
Rent$806
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$228,812
Health
Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Elevation972 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+92.8%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute31 min
Libraries8
Is Middletown a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Middletown receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $55,833, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Middletown is $98,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $806 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Middletown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 20.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Middletown has a population of 2,163 with a density of 1,865 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 2.6% Hispanic.
Population
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Middletown vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.4% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.6% |
| 88% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Middletown vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Middletown is $55,833, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income: Middletown vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,833 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,813 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $961 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,559 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.8% |
| 13% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,484 |
| County GDP | $5,526M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 230 |
| Healthcare | 308 |
| Retail | 345 |
| Manufacturing | 104 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,964 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.01% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
The median home value in Middletown is $98,500, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $806 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,812.
Home Values
| Census Median | $98,500 |
| 65% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $228,812 |
| Median List Price | $145,950 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $145,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $43 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 89.3% |
| Price Drops | 20.0% |
| Inventory | 5 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $806 |
| 31% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,964 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.01% |
In Middletown, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Middletown vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.9% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.8% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 28.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,656/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 308 |
Crime Rates: Middletown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
Safety Score
Middletown has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
74°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 52.6°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.8 inches |
| 15% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 20.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 972 ft (296 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,865/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0595°N, 85.5428°W |
| County FIPS | 18095 |