Median Income
$66,667
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$103,400
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$855
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
44.2%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.0%
60% lower than US avg
How Midvale Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,013
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density1,388/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,667
Per Capita$25,112
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$5,338M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$103,400
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity44.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Elevation873 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+87.1%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute25 min
Libraries12
Is Midvale a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Midvale receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Midvale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Midvale is $66,667, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Midvale is $103,400, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Midvale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Midvale has a population of 1,013 with a density of 1,388 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.6%).
Population
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
The median household income in Midvale is $66,667, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,667 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,112 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $979 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,482 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.0% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,444 |
| County GDP | $5,338M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 201 |
| Healthcare | 199 |
| Retail | 304 |
| Manufacturing | 206 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,578 |
| 31% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.43% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.5 min |
| Work from Home | 1.4% |
The median home value in Midvale is $103,400, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $103,400 |
| 63% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $855 |
| 26% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,578 |
| 31% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.43% |
In Midvale, 44.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Midvale vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 44.2% |
| 38% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.8% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.7% |
| Depression | 26.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,807/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 199 |
Crime Rates: Midvale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
Safety Score
Midvale has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.1°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.4 inches |
| 11% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 873 ft (266 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,388/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4360°N, 81.3703°W |
| County FIPS | 39157 |