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Midland, ON

Ontario · Barrie Metro

Midland is a small city in Ontario with a population of 17,817. Residents earn $69,500 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

Data updated June 2026

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
17,817 Population 1,306/sq mi density
$69,500 Median Income $42,760 per capita
$500,000 Home Value
$1,060 Median Rent 23.2% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 239 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$69,500 median income, 12.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$500,000 home value, $1,060/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $69,500
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $500,000
77% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,060
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.8%
256% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.2%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population17,817
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density1,306/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C+
Median Income$69,500
Per Capita$42,760
Unemployment12.8%
Poverty14.2%
Commute23 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$500,000
Rent$1,060
Ownership65.7%
Housing Units7,850
Rent Burden23.2%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation630 ft (192 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+33.2%
Graduate+3.0%

Community

Commute23 min

Is Midland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Midland receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Midland has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Midland is $69,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 12.8%, unemployment is notably high. 14.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Midland is $500,000, making it a premium housing market at 77% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,060 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.2% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Midland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches, including 60.5 inches of snow.

Midland has a population of 17,817 with a density of 1,306 people per square mile, spread across 13.6 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.7% female and 47.3% male. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 1.1% Black, 3.3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.4% of residents.

Population

17,817
Total Population
2021 Census
1,306
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
13.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Midland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 88.4%
13% above US avg
Spanish 3.8%
72% below US avg
Other Languages 7.8%

Social Characteristics

Midland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Midland is $69,500, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,760. The average weekly wage is $822, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 12.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 552 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 19.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Midland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,500
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,760
Avg Weekly Wage$822

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.8%
256% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.2%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)552

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home19.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Midland is $500,000, 77% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,060 (9% below the national average of $1,163). 65.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 7,850 total housing units in the city. 23.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$500,000
77% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,060
9% below US avg
Rent Burden23.2%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.7%
Owner-Occupied65.7%
Renter-Occupied34.3%
Housing Units7,850

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Midland receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Midland experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 60.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 630 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Geography

Elevation630 ft (192 m)
Area13.6 sq mi (35.3 km²)
Population Density1,306/sq mi
Coordinates44.7501°N, 79.8830°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.8"
13% above US avg
Snowfall 60.5"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.21"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.0 on May 8, 2018.

Nov 26, 1999 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.8 136 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 122 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 135 km
Jul 29, 2012 17 km SSW of Parry Sound, Canada M2.5 52 km
May 17, 2010 19 km WNW of Gravenhurst, Canada M2.5 38 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.7 m (9 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1855 OWEN SOUND, LAKE HURON Unknown 2.7 m - 92 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 4.2 in Wettest
February 18°F (-8°C) 2.7 in Coldest
March 27°F (-3°C) 2.4 in Driest
April 40°F (4°C) 2.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
June 62°F (16°C) 3.3 in
July 69°F (21°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in
September 59°F (15°C) 3.8 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in
November 36°F (2°C) 4.1 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 4.0 in

Midland has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 18°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.2") and March the driest (2.4").

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10.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 69% below the national average of 33.7%. 33.2% have completed high school. 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). 77.9% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+33.2%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,306/sq mi
Total Area13.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home19.0%

Schools in Midland

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Georgian Bay District Secondary School - - - -
St. Theresa's Catholic High School - - - -
Sacred Heart School - - - -
Monsignor Castex Separate School - - - -
Bayview Public School - - - -
Mundy's Bay Elementary Public School - - - -
Huron Park Public School - - - -
Simcoe Alternative Secondary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Midland

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Barrie, ON features, news MP3 128 kbps
CKMB 107.5 "KOOL FM" Barrie, ON hot adult contemporary AAC+ 56 kbps
CFJB-FM 95.7 "Rock 95" Barrie, ON - AAC+ 96 kbps
CISO-FM 89.1 "MAX FM" Orillia, ON (AAC Stream) modern rock AAC 64 kbps
CJLF "LIFE 100.3" Barrie, ON christian, christian praise&worship OGG
CISO-FM 89.1 "MAX FM" Orillia, ON (MP3 Stream) modern rock MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Midland

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Coldwater Canadiana [woodrow homestead]
HMS Tecumseth Centre
Huronia Museum
Ken Snider Memorial Museum
Officers’ Quarters
Sainte Marie among the Hurons

Libraries in Midland

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Midland Public Library0.0
Penetanguishene Public Library0.0
Severn Township Public Library0.0
Springwater Public Library - Elmvale Branch0.0
Tay Township Public Library - J & M Young Branch0.0
Tay Township Public Library - Theo & Elaine Bernard Branch0.0
Tay Township Public Library - Waubaushene Branch0.0
Wasaga Beach Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Midland

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Johnson Farmer's Market

Hotels in Midland

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Comfort Inn
Hampton Inn Midland
Midland Inn & Suites
Quality Inn & Conference Centre
The Loft on King

Cafes in Midland

7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Grounded Coffee Company Midland
Royaltea
Starbucks
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons

Cinemas in Midland

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Galaxy Cinemas Midland

Theme Parks in Midland

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Castle Village and Enchanted Kindgom Park

Clinics in Midland

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CSC Chigamik Community Health Centre

Dentists in Midland

5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #1313886029
H.C. Robertson Dental Clinic
Huronia Dental Centre
Midland Bay Dental
Midland Family Dentistry

Veterinaries in Midland

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Midland Veterinary SVC
VCA Animal Hospital

Bus Stations in Midland

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CA #977629837

Gas Stations in Midland

8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Canadian Tire
Esso
Esso
Mobil
RaceTrac
Shell
Shell
Ultramar

Banks in Midland

8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BMO
CIBC
Desjardins
National Bank
RBC Royal Bank
RBC Royal Bank
Scotiabank
TD Canada Trust

Shopping Malls in Midland

2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Georgian View Shopps
Huronia Mall

Gyms in Midland

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

No Borders Fitness

Golf Courses in Midland

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Brooklea Golf & Country Club
Midland Golf & Country Club

Ski Resorts Near Midland

13 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mansfield Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
ROC 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Devil's Glen Country Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Beaver Valley Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Highlands Nordic 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Snow Valley Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Osler Bluff Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Blue Mountain Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Craigleith Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Alpine Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Georgian Peaks Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Horseshoe Valley Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
The Heights Ski & Country Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Midland

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barrie-Lake Simcoe Regional AirportYLKMedium Airport
Huronia Airport-Medium Airport
Muskoka AirportYQAMedium Airport
Alliston Airport-Small Airport
Bala (Medora Lake)-Small Airport
Bala Airport-Small Airport
Baldwin Airport-Small Airport
Baldwin West Aerodrome-Small Airport
Barrie Executive Airport-Small Airport
Beeton Field-Small Airport
Bracebridge (Stone Wall Farm) Airport-Small Airport
Bracebridge (Tinks) Airport-Small Airport
Bracebridge West Aerodrome-Small Airport
Bradford Aerodrome-Small Airport
Brechin / Ronan Aircraft Airfield-Small Airport
Brechin / Skywagon City Airfield-Small Airport
Briggs Field-Small Airport
Collingwood Regional Airport-Small Airport
Conn Field-Small Airport
Cookstown / Kirby Field Aerodrome-Small Airport
Cookstown / Tally-Ho Field-Small Airport
Cookstown Airport-Small Airport
Cooper Falls Airstrip-Small Airport
Creemore Aerodrome-Small Airport
Dillon Field-Small Airport
Dundalk (Tripp Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Edenvale Aerodrome-Small Airport
Flesherton (Smithorrs Field)-Small Airport
Gilford-Small Airport
Grenfel Field-Small Airport
Holland Landing Airpark-Small Airport
Lumsden Air Park-Small Airport
Mansfield Airport-Small Airport
Orillia-RAMA Regional Airport-Small Airport
Parry Sound Area Municipal AirportYPDSmall Airport
Platinum Park Airport-Small Airport
Port Carling Airport-Small Airport
Rolands Aerodrome-Small Airport
Rollick Airpark-Small Airport
Rosseau Airport-Small Airport
Sandford Field-Small Airport
Severn Bridge Airport-Small Airport
Shelburne (Schaefer Field)-Small Airport
Shelburne / Fisher Field-Small Airport
Slayner (Clearview Field) Aerodrome-Small Airport
Southwestern Ontario Gliding Association Airfield-Small Airport
Tottenham/Ronan Aerodrome-Small Airport
Truway Field-Small Airport
Ullswater Airport-Small Airport
Walkers Point Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Midland

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post
Midland Mountain Canada Post
Midland Post Office
Perkinsfield Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Midland

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Calvary Baptist Church
Church of the Good Shepherd
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Knox Presbyterian Church
River of Life Pentecostal Church
St. Margaret's Roman Catholic Church
St. Mark's Anglican Church
St. Patrick's Church
St. Paul's United Church
The Salvation Army

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UFO Sightings
11
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Frequently Asked Questions About Midland

What is the population of Midland?

Midland has a population of 17,817 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 1,306 people per square mile, spread across 13.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.7% female and 47.3% male.

Is Midland expensive to live in?

The median household income is $69,500, 8% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $500,000 (77% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,060 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Midland safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Midland receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Midland?

Midland has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches, with 60.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Midland?

The job market in Midland faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.8% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $822. There are 552 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 19.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Midland?

The median home value in Midland is $500,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,060. The homeownership rate is 65.7%.

How are the schools in Midland?

10.6% of adults in Midland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 33.2% have completed high school. 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Midland?

The average commute in Midland is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 19.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Midland?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Midland is 94.7% White, 1.1% Black or African American, 3.3% Asian. 88.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.8% speak Spanish.

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