Midland, LA

Louisiana · Metropolitan Area

Midland is a small town in Louisiana with a population of 266. Residents earn $64,583 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
266 Population 1,330/sq mi density
$64,583 Median Income $21,954 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$64,583 median income, 7.2% unemployment
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,583
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.8%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher 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

Population266
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density1,330/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,583
Per Capita$21,954
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,067M
Commute21 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.6%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain63.5 in/yr
Elevation13 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.8%
High School+68.2%
School Score4.48

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 18%
Commute21 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries7

Is Midland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Midland receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, 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 $64,583, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Education

21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Midland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Midland has a population of 266 with a density of 1,330 people per square mile. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

266
Total Population
1,330
People / sq mi
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.4%
Female 31.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Midland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.8%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.2%
118% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Midland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Midland is $64,583, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Midland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,583
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,954
Avg Weekly Wage$867
IRS Avg AGI$56,101

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,460
County GDP$2,067M

Business (County)

Restaurants91
Healthcare141
Retail168
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,946
44% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$763
1 Bedroom$832
2 Bedrooms$1,007
3 Bedrooms$1,298
4 Bedrooms$1,508

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,946
44% below US avg
In Midland, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.6% report depression. 31.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD9.2%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity31.3%
Depression32.6%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death14,440/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access45.8%
Healthcare Facilities141

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Midland has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.8°F
26% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.5 inches
67% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,330/sq mi
Coordinates30.1805°N, 92.5015°W
County FIPS22001
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.5%
D 17.6%

Winner: Republican by 64 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.8%
35% below US avg
High School+68.2%
School Test Score4.48
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,330/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities141
Restaurants91
Retail Stores168

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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