Midlothian, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Midlothian is a small city in Virginia with a population of 18,702. Residents earn $105,927 per year, which is 41% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
18,702 Population 2,182/sq mi density
$105,927 Median Income $53,951 per capita
$381,600 Home Value $460,251 Zillow
$1,764 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$105,927 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$381,600 home value, $1,764/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
58.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,927
41% higher than US avg
Home Value $381,600
35% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 58.7%
74% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,764
52% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population18,702
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density2,182/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,927
Per Capita$53,951
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$24,002M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$381,600
Rent$1,764
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$460,251

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain45.4 in/yr
Elevation257 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+58.7%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute24 min
EV Stations19
Libraries10

Is Midlothian a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Midlothian receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Midlothian stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Midlothian is $105,927, which is significantly higher than the national average — 41% above $75,149. This places Midlothian among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Midlothian is $381,600, 35% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,764 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Midlothian is a highly educated community — 58.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Midlothian enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches, including 8.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Midlothian has a population of 18,702 with a density of 2,182 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.5%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 12.5% Black.

Population

18,702
Total Population
2,182
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
8.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Midlothian vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.4%
52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Midlothian vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Midlothian is $105,927, which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Midlothian vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,927
41% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,951
Avg Weekly Wage$1,205
IRS Avg AGI$90,502

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,284
County GDP$24,002M

Business (County)

Restaurants656
Healthcare1,080
Retail944
Manufacturing154

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,153
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Work from Home19.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Midlothian is $381,600, 35% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,764 (52% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $460,251.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$381,600
35% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$460,251
Median List Price$464,970

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$464,970
$/Sq Ft$223
Homes Sold26
Sale-to-List Ratio99.7%
Price Drops12.3%
Inventory57

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,764
52% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,974

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,153
19% above US avg
Effective Rate1.09%
In Midlothian, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 17.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.9%
1% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity17.6%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress10.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death7,544/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access80.7%
Healthcare Facilities1,080

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Safety Score

Midlothian has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.4 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall8.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation257 ft (78 m)
Area8.6 sq mi (22.2 km²)
Population Density2,182/sq mi
Coordinates37.4844°N, 77.6496°W
County FIPS51041
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 58.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.8%
D 53.8%

Winner: Democrat by 9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+58.7%
74% above US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,182/sq mi
Total Area8.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations19
Alt Fuel Stations23
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,080
Restaurants656
Retail Stores944

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Work from Home19.4%

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