Midway, AR

Arkansas

Midway is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 769. Residents earn $88,125 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
769 Population 134/sq mi density
$88,125 Median Income $32,353 per capita
$158,300 Home Value $210,353 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$158,300 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,125
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $158,300
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population769
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density134/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,125
Per Capita$32,353
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$2,326M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$158,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$210,353

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Elevation872 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+93.9%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute29 min
Libraries1

Is Midway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Midway receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Midway stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Midway is $88,125, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Midway is $158,300, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Midway enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Midway has a population of 769 with a density of 134 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

769
Total Population
134
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Midway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.5%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.5%
44% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Midway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Midway is $88,125, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Midway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,125
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,353
Avg Weekly Wage$866
IRS Avg AGI$61,392

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,323
County GDP$2,326M

Business (County)

Restaurants106
Healthcare189
Retail189
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,752
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Work from Home0.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Midway is $158,300, 44% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $210,353.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,300
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$210,353
Median List Price$294,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$294,500
$/Sq Ft$138
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,752
21% below US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
In Midway, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death11,057/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access59.0%
Healthcare Facilities189

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Midway has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation872 ft (266 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (14.9 km²)
Population Density134/sq mi
Coordinates36.3922°N, 92.4755°W
County FIPS05005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 56.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density134/sq mi
Total Area5.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants106
Retail Stores189

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Work from Home0.2%

Nearby Cities

Compare Midway with another city: