Middle Point, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Middle Point, Ohio had a total population of 592, the 838th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $55,337, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x.
Middle Point Quick Facts
How Middle Point 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 | 645 | 592 | -8.2% |
| Median household income | $53,906 | $55,337 | +2.7% |
| Median home value | $83,100 | $90,300 | +8.7% |
How Middle Point 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: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Middle Point Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Van Wert County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Van Wert | 10,790 | $55,113 | 14.2% | $123,900 |
| Convoy | 1,040 | $61,094 | 17.2% | $99,100 |
| Ohio City | 741 | $60,260 | 9.2% | $98,900 |
| Willshire | 391 | $47,500 | 16.7% | $80,000 |
| Wren | 206 | $50,625 | 15.5% | $82,500 |
| Scott | 160 | $44,712 | 9.4% | $56,000 |
| Venedocia | 143 | $55,385 | 11.9% | $77,500 |
| Elgin | 81 | $90,972 | 2.5% | $114,400 |
Cities Similar to Middle Point
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucas | 593 | $57,333 | $142,300 | 10.0% | 10.1% |
| South Mount Vernon | 589 | $59,018 | N/A | 14.0% | 33.1% |
| Mount Victory | 577 | $56,875 | $147,200 | 13.3% | 7.4% |
| Chippewa Park | 617 | $55,595 | $137,900 | 16.9% | 28.5% |
| Owensville | 620 | N/A | $157,700 | 15.3% | 41.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 592, Middle Point'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
Middle Point is a small community located in Ohio, within Van Wert County. The total population is 592. It ranks as the 838th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Middle Point is 39.5 years. This is about the same as the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Middle Point is $55,337. This is 22% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.3%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $90,300. Housing costs are 58% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Middle Point is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 94.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 40% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Middle Point has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.8% of all residents.
Education
9.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% lower than the state rate of 31.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Middle Point, Ohio 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 Ohio state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio. 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 Middle Point, Ohio?
Middle Point, Ohio has a population of 592 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Middle Point, OH?
The median household income in Middle Point is $55,337, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Middle Point, OH?
The poverty rate in Middle Point is 10.3%. This means approximately 61 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Middle Point, Ohio?
Middle Point's population is 98.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Middle Point, OH?
The median home value in Middle Point is $90,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Middle Point, Ohio?
9.7% of adults (25+) in Middle Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.