Midland, CO

Colorado · Metropolitan Area

Midland is a small town in Colorado with a population of 178. Residents earn $81,591 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
178 Population 103/sq mi density
$81,591 Median Income $43,711 per capita
$435,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,591 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$435,400 home value
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
38.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,591
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $435,400
54% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.1%
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.1%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population178
Median Age63.0 yrs
Density103/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,591
Per Capita$43,711
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,305M

Housing

B+
Home Value$435,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain18.0 in/yr
Elevation9,433 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
CommuteN/A
Libraries4

Is Midland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Midland receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Midland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Midland is $81,591, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Midland is $435,400, making it a premium housing market at 54% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Midland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Midland has a population of 178 with a density of 103 people per square mile. The median age is 63.0 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

178
Total Population
103
People / sq mi
63.0yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41%
Female 59%

Race & Ethnicity

Midland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Midland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Midland is $81,591, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Midland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,591
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,711
Avg Weekly Wage$1,038
IRS Avg AGI$83,055

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,053
County GDP$1,305M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare68
Retail88
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,869
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.66%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Midland is $435,400, 54% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$435,400
54% above US avg
Median List Price$799,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$799,900
$/Sq Ft$0
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,083
1 Bedroom$1,161
2 Bedrooms$1,429
3 Bedrooms$1,861
4 Bedrooms$2,178

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,869
18% below US avg
Effective Rate0.66%
In Midland, 23.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 14.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.1%
28% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure25.7%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity14.2%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate69.1%
Premature Death8,621/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access83.1%
Healthcare Facilities68

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Midland has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.0 inches
53% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation9,433 ft (2,875 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density103/sq mi
Coordinates38.8463°N, 105.1521°W
County FIPS08119
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 38.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.5%
D 31%

Winner: Republican by 35.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.1%
13% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.90
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density103/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities68
Restaurants78
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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