Midway, AL

Alabama

Midway is a small town in Alabama with a population of 633. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
633 Population 191/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $25,970 per capita
N/A Home Value $87,601 Zillow
$669 Median Rent 22.7% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 18.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$669/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $669
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 52.7%
64% higher than US avg
Unemployment 18.5%
414% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.1%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population633
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density191/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 7%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$25,970
Unemployment18.5%
Poverty13.1%
County GDP$375M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$669
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$87,601
Rent Burden22.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity52.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.2 in/yr
Elevation540 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+80.7%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 73%
Commute28 min
Broadband74.6%
Libraries1

Is Midway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Midway receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Midway offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Midway is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. At 18.5%, unemployment is notably high. 13.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $669 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Midway enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Midway has a population of 633 with a density of 191 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (90.4%), with 6.8% White.

Population

633
Total Population
191
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Midway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.1%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.9%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Midway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Midway is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 18.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Midway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,970
Avg Weekly Wage$975
IRS Avg AGI$38,567

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.5%
414% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.1%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)208
County GDP$375M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare10
Retail29
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,770
49% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $669 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $87,601.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$87,601

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$669
42% below US avg
Rent Burden22.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,770
49% below US avg
In Midway, 52.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 41.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity52.7%
64% above US avg
Diabetes21.7%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure53.6%
Asthma12.6%
COPD9.9%
Stroke6.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking10.2%
Physical Inactivity41.8%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.5%
Checkup Rate82.9%
Premature Death15,998/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access42.8%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Midway has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.2 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation540 ft (165 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²)
Population Density191/sq mi
Coordinates32.0764°N, 85.5244°W
County FIPS01011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 45.8-point margin. 74.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 26.8%
D 72.7%

Winner: Democrat by 45.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+80.7%
School Test Score4.40
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density191/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants6
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

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