Midway, NM

New Mexico

Midway is a small town in New Mexico with a population of 571. Residents earn $37,955 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
571 Population 229/sq mi density
$37,955 Median Income $21,302 per capita
$176,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$37,955 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$176,400 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,955
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,400
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population571
Median Age54.2 yrs
Density229/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

B+
Median Income$37,955
Per Capita$21,302
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,866M
Commute19 min

Housing

A
Home Value$176,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain13.3 in/yr
Elevation3,567 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+87.1%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute19 min
Libraries1

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 unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include 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 $37,955, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Midway is $176,400, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

6.6% 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 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Midway enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Midway has a population of 571 with a density of 229 people per square mile. The median age is 54.2 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.4%).

Population

571
Total Population
229
People / sq mi
54.2yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Midway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only66.6%
15% below US avg
Spanish33.4%
149% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Midway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Midway is $37,955, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Midway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,955
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,302
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$59,130

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,805
County GDP$2,866M

Business (County)

Restaurants138
Healthcare174
Retail199
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,116
11% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Midway is $176,400, 37% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,400
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$828
1 Bedroom$927
2 Bedrooms$1,129
3 Bedrooms$1,496
4 Bedrooms$1,758

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,116
11% below US avg
Effective Rate1.77%
In Midway, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 34.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes15.2%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma9.6%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity34.7%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress17.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate67.0%
Premature Death13,484/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access78.1%
Healthcare Facilities174

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Midway has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.3 inches
65% below US avg
Snowfall3.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,567 ft (1,087 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density229/sq mi
Coordinates33.2973°N, 104.4512°W
County FIPS35005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 44.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+87.1%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density229/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities174
Restaurants138
Retail Stores199

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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