Midway South, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Midway South is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,858. Residents earn $76,768 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,858 Population 2,916/sq mi density
$76,768 Median Income $21,154 per capita
$107,700 Home Value
$1,026 Median Rent
75°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$76,768 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,700 home value, $1,026/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,768
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $107,700
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,026
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 49.7%
55% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,858
Median Age27.5 yrs
Density2,916/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 36%

Economy

B+
Median Income$76,768
Per Capita$21,154
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty17.9%
County GDP$31,357M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,700
Rent$1,026
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity49.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Elevation80 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+61.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute23 min
Libraries16

Is Midway South a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Midway South receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Midway South offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Midway South is $76,768, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Midway South is $107,700, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,026 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 61.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Midway South has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Midway South has a population of 2,858 with a density of 2,916 people per square mile. The median age is 27.5 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (35.5%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

2,858
Total Population
2,916
People / sq mi
27.5yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Midway South vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only11.6%
85% below US avg
Spanish88.4%
560% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Midway South vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Midway South is $76,768, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Midway South vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,768
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$21,154
Avg Weekly Wage$825
IRS Avg AGI$47,556

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)14,062
County GDP$31,357M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,288
Healthcare2,330
Retail2,150
Manufacturing302

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,938
98% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Midway South is $107,700, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,026 (12% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,700
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,026
12% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,938
98% above US avg
Effective Rate6.44%
In Midway South, 49.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 47.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity49.7%
55% above US avg
Diabetes22.1%
Heart Disease8.3%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma9.3%
COPD8.1%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity47.2%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress20.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.0%
Checkup Rate71.4%
Premature Death8,263/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access63.7%
Healthcare Facilities2,330

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Midway South has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average75.0°F
39% above US avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.1 inches
37% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation80 ft (24 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density2,916/sq mi
Coordinates26.1568°N, 98.0214°W
County FIPS48215
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51%
D 48.1%

Winner: Republican by 2.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+61.6%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,916/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities2,330
Restaurants1,288
Retail Stores2,150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Work from Home9.5%

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