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Midland, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Midland is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 301. Residents earn $34,408 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
301 Population 166/sq mi density
$34,408 Median Income $25,480 per capita
$120,400 Home Value $100,437 Zillow
$658 Median Rent 23.7% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
155 Violent Crime/100K 2,589 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$34,408 median income, 18.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$120,400 home value, $658/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
155 violent crimes/100K (59% below avg)
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,408
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,400
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 155/100K
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $658
43% lower than US avg
Unemployment 18.1%
403% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 47.8%
285% higher than US avg

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

People

Population301
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density166/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans14.8%

Economy

F
Median Income$34,408
Per Capita$25,480
Unemployment18.1%
Poverty47.8%
County GDP$8,033M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,400
Rent$658
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$100,437
Housing Units1,259
Rent Burden23.7%

Crime

F
Violent155/100K
Property2,589/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault116/100K
Burglary580/100K

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation776 ft (237 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+88.9%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute26 min
Broadband77.2%
Libraries11

Is Midland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Midland receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Midland has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Midland is $34,408, 54% below the national average of $75,149. At 18.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 47.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Midland is $120,400, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $658 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Midland is below the national average at 155 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,589 per 100,000, 32% above the national average.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% 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 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Midland has a population of 301 with a density of 166 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86%), with 14% Black.

Population

301
Total Population
166
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Midland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Midland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Midland is $34,408, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 18.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 47.8% 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$34,408
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,480
Avg Weekly Wage$1,131
IRS Avg AGI$69,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.1%
403% above US avg
Poverty Rate47.8%
285% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,586
County GDP$8,033M

Business (County)

Restaurants311
Healthcare472
Retail475
Manufacturing159

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone66.8%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home14.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Midland is $120,400, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $658 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $100,437.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,400
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$100,437
Median List Price$80,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$80,000
$/Sq Ft$85
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio85.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$658
43% below US avg
Rent Burden23.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.7%
Housing Units1,259
Median Year Built1942

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,587
60% above US avg
Effective Rate4.64%
Midland has a violent crime rate of 155 per 100,000 residents, 59% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,589 per 100,000 (32% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent154.6/100K
59% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery38.6/100K
Assault115.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,588.9/100K
32% above US avg
Burglary579.6/100K
Theft1,970.6/100K
Vehicle Theft38.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Midland has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation776 ft (237 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density166/sq mi
Coordinates40.6344°N, 80.4580°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42007
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin. 77.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+88.9%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density166/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.2%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities472
Restaurants311
Retail Stores475

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone66.8%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home14.7%

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