Midway, Arkansas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Midway, Arkansas had a total population of 728, the 248th largest town in Arkansas, with a median household income of $96,250, which is 58% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 58% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Arkansas.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
Midway Quick Facts
How Midway Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 769 | 728 | -5.3% |
| Median household income | $88,125 | $96,250 | +9.2% |
| Median home value | $158,300 | $160,400 | +1.3% |
How Midway Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 51 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Midway Rankings in Arkansas
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Other Cities in Hot Spring County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malvern | 10,953 | $46,250 | 20.2% | $104,500 |
| Magnet Cove | 889 | N/A | 34.5% | $156,700 |
| Rockport | 800 | $68,750 | 35.3% | $140,300 |
| Donaldson | 377 | $66,250 | 6.6% | $85,000 |
| Jones Mills | 230 | $53,750 | 7.8% | $156,100 |
| Friendship | 168 | $55,625 | 9.5% | $163,800 |
| Perla | 141 | $47,500 | 34.8% | $87,500 |
| Bismarck | 41 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Midway
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luxora | 741 | N/A | $31,700 | 3.6% | 50.7% |
| Summit | 706 | N/A | $126,600 | 9.0% | 31.9% |
| Cammack Village | 797 | $101,250 | $323,600 | 80.1% | 6.8% |
| Guy | 720 | $75,592 | $246,600 | 19.3% | 14.2% |
| Grannis | 691 | $75,132 | $94,700 | 8.1% | 14.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 728, Midway's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Midway is a small community located in Arkansas, within Hot Spring County. The total population is 728. It ranks as the 248th most populous out of 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Midway is 46.1 years. This is 20% higher than the state median of 38.5 years. Only 9.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Midway is $96,250. This is 58% higher than the state median of $60,773. It is also 19% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.2%. This is 67% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.0%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Midway, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $160,400. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $188,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Midway is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 96.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 45% higher than the state average of 66.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Midway has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.9% of all residents. Asian residents account for 0.3%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 1.6%.
Education
17.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 33% lower than the state rate of 25.7%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Midway, Arkansas is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Arkansas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 614 Census-designated places in Arkansas. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Midway, Arkansas?
Midway, Arkansas has a population of 728 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Midway, AR?
The median household income in Midway is $96,250, which is 19% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Midway, AR?
The poverty rate in Midway is 5.2%. This means approximately 38 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Midway, Arkansas?
Midway's population is 98.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Midway, AR?
The median home value in Midway is $160,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Midway, Arkansas?
17.3% of adults (25+) in Midway hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.