Middletown, MI

Michigan

Middletown is a small town in Michigan with a population of 603. Residents earn $46,700 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
603 Population 1,283/sq mi density
$46,700 Median Income $28,762 per capita
$85,300 Home Value
$870 Median Rent 38.8% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$46,700 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,300 home value, $870/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,700
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,300
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $870
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population603
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density1,283/mi²
Male / Female63% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,700
Per Capita$28,762
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$2,377M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,300
Rent$870
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units378
Rent Burden38.8%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking17.3%
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation744 ft (227 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+80.7%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute26 min
Broadband84.3%
Libraries11

Is Middletown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Middletown receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include 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 $46,700, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Middletown is $85,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $870 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

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Middletown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Middletown has a population of 603 with a density of 1,283 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

603
Total Population
1,283
People / sq mi
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.5%
Female 37.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Middletown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Middletown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Middletown is $46,700, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Middletown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,700
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,762
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$60,111

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,180
County GDP$2,377M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare141
Retail189
Manufacturing64

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,441
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone66.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Middletown is $85,300, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $870 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,300
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$870
25% below US avg
Rent Burden38.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.7%
Housing Units378
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,441
27% above US avg
Effective Rate5.21%
In Middletown, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 30.0% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression30.0%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits63.5%
Premature Death8,145/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access70.0%
Healthcare Facilities141
Middletown has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation744 ft (227 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,283/sq mi
Coordinates42.9867°N, 84.1430°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.1-point margin. 84.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.8%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 23.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+80.7%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score5.23
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,283/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.3%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities141
Restaurants110
Retail Stores189

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone66.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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