Midway, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Midway, Ohio had a total population of 233, the 1090th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $62,292, which is 13% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 3.3% 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 2.2x.
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 | 223 | 233 | +4.5% |
| Median household income | $66,875 | $62,292 | -6.9% |
| Median home value | $123,200 | $136,500 | +10.8% |
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: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Midway Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Madison County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London | 10,484 | $60,231 | 10.8% | $201,000 |
| West Jefferson | 4,392 | $64,136 | 8.9% | $192,100 |
| Choctaw Lake | 1,985 | $141,500 | 5.5% | $347,700 |
| Mount Sterling | 1,737 | $72,692 | 12.5% | $197,200 |
| Plumwood | 346 | $89,355 | 10.2% | $301,500 |
| South Solon | 344 | $58,056 | 13.7% | $102,300 |
| Lafayette | 164 | $36,000 | 14.6% | $181,300 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orangeville | 235 | N/A | $164,600 | 29.3% | 6.8% |
| Morristown | 240 | $63,750 | $102,500 | 20.0% | 8.8% |
| Dellroy | 236 | $58,750 | $120,100 | 6.6% | 12.3% |
| Kunkle | 244 | N/A | $46,700 | 0.0% | 30.3% |
| Tiro | 242 | $60,724 | $50,700 | 15.4% | 7.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 233, 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 Ohio, within Madison County. The total population is 233. It ranks as the 1090th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Midway is 32.4 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Midway is $62,292. This is 13% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.2%. This is 7% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. 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 $136,500. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Midway is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 62.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Midway has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 4.8%.
Education
3.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 89% 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 90.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Midway, 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 Midway, Ohio?
Midway, Ohio has a population of 233 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Midway, OH?
The median household income in Midway is $62,292, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Midway, OH?
The poverty rate in Midway is 14.2%. This means approximately 33 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Midway, Ohio?
Midway's population is 95.7% White, 0.0% Black, 1.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Midway, OH?
The median home value in Midway is $136,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Midway, Ohio?
3.3% of adults (25+) in Midway hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.