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Middleville, NY

New York

Middleville is a small town in New York with a population of 626. Residents earn $81,563 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
626 Population 813/sq mi density
$81,563 Median Income $24,179 per capita
$129,700 Home Value $163,445 Zillow
$1,050 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 261 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$81,563 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$129,700 home value, $1,050/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,563
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $129,700
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,050
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population626
Median Age31.1 yrs
Density813/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans13.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,563
Per Capita$24,179
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$2,446M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$129,700
Rent$1,050
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$163,445
Housing Units221
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking15.0%
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation573 ft (175 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+92.6%
Graduate+7.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%
Commute24 min
Broadband79.3%
Libraries3

Is Middleville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Middleville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Middleville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Middleville is $81,563, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Middleville is $129,700, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Middleville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Middleville has a population of 626 with a density of 813 people per square mile. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

626
Total Population
813
People / sq mi
31.1yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Middleville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Middleville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Middleville is $81,563, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Middleville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,563
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$24,179
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$62,967

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,190
County GDP$2,446M

Business (County)

Restaurants118
Healthcare172
Retail196
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,921
98% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Middleville is $129,700, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,050 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $163,445.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,700
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$163,445

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,050
10% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.7%
Housing Units221
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,921
98% above US avg
Effective Rate5.34%
In Middleville, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 21.9% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits60.8%
Premature Death9,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access89.6%
Healthcare Facilities172
Middleville has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation573 ft (175 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density813/sq mi
Coordinates43.1389°N, 74.9702°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.9-point margin. 79.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.9%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 35.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+92.6%
Graduate Degree+7.2%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density813/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.3%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities172
Restaurants118
Retail Stores196

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.7%

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