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Midway, TX

Texas · Leon County

Midway is a small town in Texas with a population of 234. Residents earn $57,500 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
234 Population 147/sq mi density
$57,500 Median Income $34,218 per capita
$99,100 Home Value $329,118 Zillow
$1,150 Median Rent 16.4% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$57,500 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,100 home value, $1,150/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,500
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,100
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.6%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,150
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population234
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density147/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,500
Per Capita$34,218
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$1,147M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,100
Rent$1,150
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$329,118
Housing Units139
Rent Burden16.4%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured20.3%
Smoking20.2%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation247 ft (75 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.6%
High School+89.9%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute41 min
Broadband78.3%
Libraries1

Is Midway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Midway receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. 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 $57,500, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Midway is $99,100, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,150 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Midway enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Midway has a population of 234 with a density of 147 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.6%), with 5.1% Hispanic, 10.7% Black.

Population

234
Total Population
147
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.4%
Female 43.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Midway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Midway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Midway is $57,500, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Midway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,500
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,218
Avg Weekly Wage$1,247
IRS Avg AGI$67,985

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)424
County GDP$1,147M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare15
Retail56
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,485
57% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.4 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Midway is $99,100, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,150 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $329,118.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,100
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$329,118

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,150
1% below US avg
Rent Burden16.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.6%
Housing Units139
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,485
57% above US avg
Effective Rate5.53%
In Midway, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% of residents lack health insurance. 20.2% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 33.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.8%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.2%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity33.3%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress16.3%
Short Sleep41.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.8%
Uninsured20.3%
136% above US avg
Dentists1:4,052
Mental Health1:2,756
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits44.9%
Premature Death12,444/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access3.0%
Healthcare Facilities15
Midway has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above US avg
January Average47°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation247 ft (75 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density147/sq mi
Coordinates31.0251°N, 95.7565°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyLeon County County
County FIPS48289
Midway is located in Leon County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.7-point margin. 78.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.1%
D 11.4%

Winner: Republican by 76.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.6%
12% below US avg
High School+89.9%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density147/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi
CountyLeon County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.3%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants48
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.4 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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