Midland, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Midland is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 330. Residents earn $36,470 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
330 Population 943/sq mi density
$36,470 Median Income $21,463 per capita
$71,100 Home Value
$947 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$36,470 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$71,100 home value, $947/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,470
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $71,100
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $947
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.7%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population330
Median Age25.8 yrs
Density943/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B
Median Income$36,470
Per Capita$21,463
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty12.7%
County GDP$9,255M
Commute54 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$71,100
Rent$947
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden32.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation546 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+84.1%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute54 min
Libraries7

Is Midland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Midland receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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, long commute times, high obesity rates. Midland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Midland is $36,470, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Midland is $71,100, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $947 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Midland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Midland has a population of 330 with a density of 943 people per square mile. The median age is 25.8 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.3%), with 9.4% Hispanic.

Population

330
Total Population
943
People / sq mi
25.8yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 33.3%
Female 66.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Midland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Midland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Midland is $36,470, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes.

Income: Midland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,470
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,463
Avg Weekly Wage$1,061
IRS Avg AGI$69,751

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.7%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,751
County GDP$9,255M

Business (County)

Restaurants302
Healthcare482
Retail538
Manufacturing156

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,305
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time53.8 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Midland is $71,100, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $947 (19% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,100
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$947
19% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied46.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,305
6% below US avg
Effective Rate4.65%
In Midland, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.4% report depression. 36.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure40.0%
Asthma11.4%
COPD10.6%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity36.0%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress23.1%
Physical Distress18.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate54.1%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death11,659/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access64.5%
Healthcare Facilities482

Crime Rates: Midland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Safety Score

Midland has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation546 ft (166 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density943/sq mi
Coordinates35.0924°N, 94.3530°W
County FIPS05131
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 37.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+84.1%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density943/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities482
Restaurants302
Retail Stores538

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute53.8 min
Work from Home2.6%

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