Midlothian, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Midlothian is a small city in Illinois with a population of 14,024. Residents earn $67,872 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
14,024 Population 4,973/sq mi density
$67,872 Median Income $34,580 per capita
$200,300 Home Value $224,833 Zillow
$1,202 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
194 Violent Crime/100K 2,121 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$67,872 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,300 home value, $1,202/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
194 violent crimes/100K (49% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,872
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,300
29% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 194/100K
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,202
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.2%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population14,024
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density4,973/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 55%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,872
Per Capita$34,580
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$50,333M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,300
Rent$1,202
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$224,833

Crime

F
Violent194/100K
Property2,121/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault40/100K
Burglary883/100K

Health

Obesity32.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Elevation622 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+88.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute30 min
Libraries24

Is Midlothian a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Midlothian receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Midlothian offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Midlothian is $67,872, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Midlothian is $200,300, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,202 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Midlothian is below the national average at 194 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,121 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Midlothian experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 38.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Midlothian has a population of 14,024 with a density of 4,973 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.2%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 9.1% Black.

Population

14,024
Total Population
4,973
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Midlothian vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.7%
5% below US avg
Spanish25.3%
89% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Midlothian vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Midlothian is $67,872, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Midlothian vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,872
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,580
Avg Weekly Wage$1,165
IRS Avg AGI$93,451

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,924
County GDP$50,333M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,360
Healthcare1,994
Retail1,683
Manufacturing594

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,020
158% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Midlothian is $200,300, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,202 (3% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $224,833.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,300
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$224,833
Median List Price$251,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$251,500
$/Sq Ft$189
Homes Sold13
Sale-to-List Ratio95.5%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory25

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,202
3% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,392

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,020
158% above US avg
Effective Rate4.50%
In Midlothian, 32.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.2%
0% below US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death6,358/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access93.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,994
Midlothian has a violent crime rate of 194 per 100,000 residents, 49% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,121 per 100,000 (8% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent194.0/100K
49% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape13.4/100K
Robbery140.5/100K
Assault40.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,120.7/100K
8% above US avg
Burglary883.1/100K
Theft1,110.5/100K
Vehicle Theft127.1/100K
Arson13.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Midlothian has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall38.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation622 ft (190 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²)
Population Density4,973/sq mi
Coordinates41.6254°N, 87.7242°W
County FIPS17197
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.5%
D 50.1%

Winner: Democrat by 1.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,973/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities1,994
Restaurants1,360
Retail Stores1,683

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Work from Home8.5%

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