Midway, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Midway is a small town in Ohio with a population of 223. Residents earn $66,875 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
223 Population 858/sq mi density
$66,875 Median Income $26,946 per capita
$123,200 Home Value $180,888 Zillow
$1,100 Median Rent 21.7% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$66,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,200 home value, $1,100/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,875
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,200
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population223
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density858/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,875
Per Capita$26,946
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$2,974M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,200
Rent$1,100
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$180,888
Housing Units94
Rent Burden21.7%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking18.5%
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,071 ft (326 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+87.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute28 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries5

Is Midway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Midway receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include 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 $66,875, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Midway is $123,200, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Midway experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Midway has a population of 223 with a density of 858 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

223
Total Population
858
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Midway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.0%
55% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Midway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Midway is $66,875, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% 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$66,875
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,946
Avg Weekly Wage$1,042
IRS Avg AGI$75,809

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,050
County GDP$2,974M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare66
Retail112
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,935
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Midway is $123,200, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $180,888.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,200
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$180,888

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden21.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.9%
Housing Units94
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,935
41% above US avg
Effective Rate4.01%
In Midway, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 27.5% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.5%
32% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits62.7%
Premature Death7,956/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities66
Midway has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.8 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.8 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall18.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,071 ft (326 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density858/sq mi
Coordinates39.7332°N, 83.4766°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39097
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.7-point margin. 81.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 27.6%

Winner: Republican by 43.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+87.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.90
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density858/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants65
Retail Stores112

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%

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