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Midway, Georgia Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Midway, Georgia had a total population of 2,185, the 284th largest city in Georgia, with a median household income of $80,580, which is 4% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.6%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Midway Quick Facts

Population 2,185
Median Household Income $80,580
Median Home Value $237,100
Poverty Rate 17.6%
Unemployment Rate 4.2%
Median Age 32.3 years
Homeownership Rate 58.9%
Affordability Ratio 2.9x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 25.9%
High School Graduation Rate 92.4%
Diversity Index 64/100
Population 2,185 284th of 669
Median Income $80,580 top 30%
Poverty Rate 17.6% 42% higher than national
Median Home Value $237,100 above average

How Midway Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population2,1732,185+0.6%
Median household income$74,375$80,580+8.3%
Median home value$220,300$237,100+7.6%

How Midway Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.9%
$25K-$50K 17.8%
$50K-$100K 33.6%
$100K+ 33.7%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.8%
$10K-$15K
2.9%
$15K-$20K
1.7%
$20K-$25K
5.5%
$25K-$30K
6.5%
$30K-$35K
2.7%
$35K-$40K
0.5%
$40K-$45K
0.5%
$45K-$50K
7.6%
$50K-$60K
5.1%
$60K-$75K
7.7%
$75K-$100K
20.8%
$100K-$125K
6.8%
$125K-$150K
9.6%
$150K-$200K
9.4%
$200K+
7.9%

Employment

4.2% Unemployment Rate State: 5.1%|National: 5.2%
66.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 58.9%
Renter 41.1%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.9x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,018/mo 15.2% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

64out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Midway Rankings in Georgia

#284 Population of 669
#137 Median Income of 611
#203 Education of 669
#199 Home Value of 607

Other Cities in Liberty County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Hinesville 35,679 $60,028 14.0% $196,400
Fort Stewart 9,285 $53,500 19.0% N/A
Walthourville 3,823 $73,647 10.4% $158,700
Flemington 1,571 $78,088 21.4% $316,500
Allenhurst 804 $49,904 16.0% $189,800
Riceboro 742 $35,000 29.4% $87,700
Gumbranch 241 $35,000 25.2% $166,300

Cities Similar to Midway

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Kings Bay Base2,210$78,000N/A14.9%21.2%
Kennesaw State University2,284N/AN/A0.0%N/A
Indian Springs2,070$81,346$235,10018.1%1.0%
Brooklet2,288$77,125$256,40032.6%18.5%
Sterling2,091$86,103N/A14.9%15.4%

Population Overview

Midway is a small community located in Georgia, within Liberty County. The total population is 2,185. It ranks as the 284th most populous out of 669 Census-designated places in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Midway is 32.3 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 37.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Midway is $80,580. This is 4% higher than the state median of $77,353. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.6%. This is 32% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.4%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 18% lower than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $237,100. Housing costs are 22% lower than the state median of $303,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Midway is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 58.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% lower than the state average of 65.7%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Midway is White (non-Hispanic), making up 47.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 34.9%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 4.5%.

Education

25.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% 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 92.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Midway, 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 Midway, Georgia?

Midway, Georgia has a population of 2,185 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Midway, GA?

The median household income in Midway is $80,580, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Midway, GA?

The poverty rate in Midway is 17.6%. This means approximately 365 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Midway, Georgia?

Midway's population is 47.8% White, 34.9% Black, 9.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Midway, GA?

The median home value in Midway is $237,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.

How educated is Midway, Georgia?

25.9% of adults (25+) in Midway hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.