Midway, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Midway is a small town in Georgia with a population of 2,173. Residents earn $74,375 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,173 Population 337/sq mi density
$74,375 Median Income $33,399 per capita
$220,300 Home Value $286,280 Zillow
$950 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
291 Violent Crime/100K 1,163 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$74,375 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$220,300 home value, $950/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
291 violent crimes/100K (24% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,375
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $220,300
22% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 291/100K
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.7%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,173
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density337/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 45%

Economy

B+
Median Income$74,375
Per Capita$33,399
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$5,289M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,300
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$286,280

Crime

F
Violent291/100K
Property1,163/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault242/100K
Burglary242/100K

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation15 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.7%
High School+94.3%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 58%
Commute30 min
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Midway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Midway receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. 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 $74,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.2% 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 Midway is $220,300, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Midway is below the national average at 291 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,163 per 100,000, 41% below the national average.

Education

20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% 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 68°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Midway has a population of 2,173 with a density of 337 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (44.7%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 42.5% Black.

Population

2,173
Total Population
337
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
6.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Midway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.9%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.1%
47% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Midway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Midway is $74,375, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Midway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,375
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,399
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$48,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,111
County GDP$5,289M

Business (County)

Restaurants131
Healthcare107
Retail184
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,372
4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Midway is $220,300, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $286,280.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,300
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$286,280
Median List Price$307,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$307,000
$/Sq Ft$147
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio100.2%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,800

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,372
4% below US avg
Effective Rate1.53%
In Midway, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure38.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Checkup Rate79.2%
Premature Death12,510/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access76.6%
Healthcare Facilities107
Midway has a violent crime rate of 291 per 100,000 residents, 24% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,163 per 100,000 (41% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent290.7/100K
24% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery48.5/100K
Assault242.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,162.8/100K
41% below US avg
Burglary242.3/100K
Theft872.1/100K
Vehicle Theft48.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Midway has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.8°F
26% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation15 ft (5 m)
Area6.4 sq mi (16.7 km²)
Population Density337/sq mi
Coordinates31.8010°N, 81.4167°W
County FIPS13179
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 17.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41%
D 58.5%

Winner: Democrat by 17.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.7%
39% below US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score4.92
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density337/sq mi
Total Area6.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants131
Retail Stores184

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Work from Home8.2%

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