Midway town, Alabama Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Midway town, Alabama Demographics
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As of 2026, Midway town, Alabama has a total population of 633, the 392nd largest city in Alabama, with a median household income of $43,750, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.7%.

Key Takeaways

Only 8.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.0%.
Unemployment rate of 30.2% is notably above the national average.

Midway town Quick Facts

Population 633

Median Household Income $43,750

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 13.7%

Unemployment Rate 30.2%

Median Age 39.8 years

Homeownership Rate 57.5%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 8.9%

High School Graduation Rate 80.7%

Diversity Index 18/100

Population 633 392nd of 589

Median Income $43,750 below average

Poverty Rate 13.7% 10% higher national

Median Home Value N/A

How Midway town Compares

Median Household Income

Midway town

$43,750

$62,027

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

$195,100

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 28.6%

$25K-$50K 22.2%

$50K-$100K 38.1%

$100K+ 11.1%

Employment

30.2% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

61.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 57.5%

Renter 42.5%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

7.1%

18-34

37.4%

35-54

25.0%

55-74

21.6%

75+

8.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 52 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Midway town Rankings in Alabama

#392 Population of 589

#371 Median Income of 589

#455 Education of 589

N/A Home Value of 589

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Cities Similar to Midway town

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Louisville town	625	$43,886	N/A	11.3%	23.2%
Ivalee CDP	649	$38,650	$120,800	0.5%	15.9%
Shelby CDP	691	N/A	$95,200	18.1%	15.1%
Newville town	587	$42,679	$90,000	14.7%	25.0%
Hollins CDP	597	$40,550	$113,400	11.7%	15.1%

Population Overview

Midway town is a small community located in Alabama. The total population is 633. It ranks as the 392nd most populous out of 589 cities and towns in Alabama.

Age Demographics

The median age in Midway town is 39.8 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 39.3 years. Only 7.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Midway town is $43,750. This is 29% lower than the state median of $62,027. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 44% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.7%. This is 13% lower than the state poverty rate of 15.6%. The unemployment rate is 30.2%. This is 526% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. 57.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 69.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Midway town has a predominantly Black or African American population, comprising 90.4% of all residents. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 5.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (5.7%) is well below the state average of 63.8%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (90.4% vs 25.9%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 5.4%.

Education

8.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% lower than the state rate of 27.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 80.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Midway town, Alabama is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Alabama state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 589 Census-designated places in Alabama. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Midway town, Alabama?

Midway town, Alabama has a population of 633 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Midway town, AL?

The median household income in Midway town is $43,750, which is 44% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Midway town, AL?

The poverty rate in Midway town is 13.7%. This means approximately 86 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Midway town, Alabama?

Midway town's population is 5.7% White, 90.4% Black, 1.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Midway town, AL?

The median home value in Midway town is N/A.

How educated is Midway town, Alabama?

8.9% of adults (25+) in Midway town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.