Midland, MD

Maryland

Midland is a small town in Maryland with a population of 673. Residents earn $58,393 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
673 Population 4,206/sq mi density
$58,393 Median Income $23,037 per capita
$129,800 Home Value $116,290 Zillow
$713 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$58,393 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$129,800 home value, $713/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,393
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $129,800
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $713
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.1%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population673
Median Age25.0 yrs
Density4,206/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,393
Per Capita$23,037
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty24.1%
County GDP$1,073M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$129,800
Rent$713
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$116,290

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.2 in/yr
Elevation1,712 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+99.7%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute25 min
Libraries4

Is Midland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Midland receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. 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 $58,393, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Midland is $129,800, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $713 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Midland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.2 inches, including 72.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Midland has a population of 673 with a density of 4,206 people per square mile. The median age is 25.0 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

673
Total Population
4,206
People / sq mi
25.0yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.2%
Female 42.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Midland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Midland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Midland is $58,393, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Midland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,393
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,037
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$60,654

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.1%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)704
County GDP$1,073M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare74
Retail71
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,204
37% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Midland is $129,800, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $713 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $116,290.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$129,800
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$116,290

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$46
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio85.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$713
39% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,312
1 Bedroom$1,400
2 Bedrooms$1,648
3 Bedrooms$2,123
4 Bedrooms$2,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,204
37% below US avg
Effective Rate1.70%
In Midland, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death10,866/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access36.5%
Healthcare Facilities74

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Midland has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.2 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall72.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,712 ft (522 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density4,206/sq mi
Coordinates39.5896°N, 78.9487°W
County FIPS54057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 60.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+99.7%
School Test Score5.85
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density4,206/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants53
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Work from Home2.7%

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