Midville, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Midville, Georgia had a total population of 378, the 532nd largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $32,778, which is 58% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 40.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 58% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (40.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
- Unemployment rate of 11.5% is notably above the national average.
Midville Quick Facts
How Midville 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 | 350 | 378 | +8.0% |
| Median home value | $49,800 | $56,800 | +14.1% |
How Midville 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Midville Rankings in Georgia
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Other Cities in Burke County
Cities Similar to Midville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem | 385 | N/A | $91,000 | 18.1% | 18.4% |
| Barwick | 369 | $32,778 | $52,500 | 5.8% | 37.1% |
| Maxeys | 360 | N/A | $201,900 | 24.9% | 4.4% |
| Junction City | 353 | N/A | N/A | 1.1% | 11.3% |
| New England | 391 | $26,374 | N/A | 0.0% | 7.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 378, Midville'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
Midville is a small community located in Georgia, within Burke County. The total population is 378. It ranks as the 532nd most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Midville is 38.5 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 37.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Midville is $32,778. This is 58% lower than the state median of $77,353. It is also 59% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 40.0%. This is 198% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 11.5%. This is 124% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $56,800. Housing costs are 81% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Midville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 65.7%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Midville is Black or African American, making up 64.8% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 31.5%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (64.8% vs 30.7%). The Hispanic or Latino population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.
Education
11.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% lower than the state rate of 34.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 76.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Midville, Georgia 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 Georgia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 669 Census-designated places in Georgia. 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 Midville, Georgia?
Midville, Georgia has a population of 378 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Midville, GA?
The median household income in Midville is $32,778, which is 59% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Midville, GA?
The poverty rate in Midville is 40.0%. This means approximately 151 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Midville, Georgia?
Midville's population is 31.5% White, 64.8% Black, 2.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Midville, GA?
The median home value in Midville is $56,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Midville, Georgia?
11.1% of adults (25+) in Midville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.