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Midland, OH

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Midland is a small town in Ohio with a population of 331. Residents earn $44,792 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
331 Population 919/sq mi density
$44,792 Median Income $22,585 per capita
$116,700 Home Value $242,170 Zillow
$767 Median Rent 19.7% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$44,792 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,700 home value, $767/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,792
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,700
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.7%
95% lower than US avg
Median Rent $767
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population331
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density919/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,792
Per Capita$22,585
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$3,130M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,700
Rent$767
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$242,170
Housing Units168
Rent Burden19.7%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking18.8%
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation988 ft (301 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.7%
High School+75.3%
Graduate+0.4%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband85.2%
Libraries5

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 affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, 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 $44,792, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Midland is $116,700, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $767 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.3% 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 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Midland has a population of 331 with a density of 919 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

331
Total Population
919
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

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 $44,792, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Midland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,792
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,585
Avg Weekly Wage$1,211
IRS Avg AGI$68,873

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)965
County GDP$3,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants70
Healthcare74
Retail127
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,869
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone94.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Midland is $116,700, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $767 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $242,170.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,700
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$242,170

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$767
34% below US avg
Rent Burden19.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.8%
Housing Units168
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,869
39% above US avg
Effective Rate4.17%
In Midland, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.8% are current smokers. 27.5% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.8%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits60.6%
Premature Death12,168/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access48.7%
Healthcare Facilities74
Midland has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation988 ft (301 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density919/sq mi
Coordinates39.3069°N, 83.9108°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 1.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.6-point margin. 85.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 54.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.7%
95% below US avg
High School+75.3%
Graduate Degree+0.4%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density919/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.2%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants70
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone94.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

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