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New Middletown, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, New Middletown, Ohio had a total population of 1,550, the 557th largest village in Ohio, with a median household income of $50,375, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.3%.

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

New Middletown Quick Facts

Population 1,550
Median Household Income $50,375
Median Home Value $173,300
Poverty Rate 12.3%
Unemployment Rate 4.0%
Median Age 50.5 years
Homeownership Rate 76.3%
Affordability Ratio 3.4x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 18.1%
High School Graduation Rate 97.3%
Diversity Index 18/100
Population 1,550 557th of 1,264
Median Income $50,375 bottom 20%
Poverty Rate 12.3% 1% lower than national
Median Home Value $173,300 above average

How New Middletown 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
Population1,6321,550-5.0%
Median household income$50,833$50,375-0.9%
Median home value$162,000$173,300+7.0%

How New Middletown Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 17.1%
$25K-$50K 32.7%
$50K-$100K 31.9%
$100K+ 18.3%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.9%
$10K-$15K
3.3%
$15K-$20K
4.7%
$20K-$25K
5.3%
$25K-$30K
9.1%
$30K-$35K
7.4%
$35K-$40K
6.1%
$40K-$45K
4.4%
$45K-$50K
5.6%
$50K-$60K
6.0%
$60K-$75K
11.7%
$75K-$100K
14.3%
$100K-$125K
6.3%
$125K-$150K
3.7%
$150K-$200K
4.6%
$200K+
3.7%

Employment

4.0% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8%|National: 5.2%
58.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 76.3%
Renter 23.7%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.4x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $715/mo 17.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

18out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 41 | National average: 61

Education

New Middletown Rankings in Ohio

#557 Population of 1,264
#968 Median Income of 1,191
#634 Education of 1,264
#485 Home Value of 1,206

Other Cities in Mahoning County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Youngstown 59,331 $34,408 37.3% $63,300
Austintown 30,164 $52,978 16.9% $144,300
Salem 11,758 $47,073 21.3% $119,400
Struthers 9,923 $53,447 15.0% $100,100
Campbell 7,784 $42,909 31.1% $82,300
Canfield 7,649 $97,439 4.1% $254,800
Sebring 4,146 $49,541 20.3% $90,300
Mineral Ridge 3,657 $59,161 6.0% $154,600
Poland 2,357 $92,417 3.5% $199,700
Woodworth 1,824 $60,417 11.8% $146,300

Cities Similar to New Middletown

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Frazeysburg1,522$51,250$116,50012.9%16.3%
Ripley1,610$49,006$112,2009.8%23.9%
West Liberty1,494$52,031$173,70024.7%11.2%
Churchill1,608$48,566$110,70019.4%12.0%
Oak Hill1,545$44,821$94,60016.3%18.4%

Population Overview

New Middletown is a small community located in Ohio, within Mahoning County. The total population is 1,550. It ranks as the 557th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.

Age Demographics

The median age in New Middletown is 50.5 years. This is 27% higher than the state median of 39.7 years. 15.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in New Middletown is $50,375. This is 29% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 38% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.3%. This is 8% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 17% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $173,300. Housing costs are 19% lower than the state median of $214,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 76.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

New Middletown has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.7%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 12.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 4.8%.

Education

18.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% 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 97.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for New Middletown, 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 New Middletown, Ohio?

New Middletown, Ohio has a population of 1,550 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in New Middletown, OH?

The median household income in New Middletown is $50,375, which is 38% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in New Middletown, OH?

The poverty rate in New Middletown is 12.3%. This means approximately 189 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of New Middletown, Ohio?

New Middletown's population is 90.5% White, 0.8% Black, 1.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in New Middletown, OH?

The median home value in New Middletown is $173,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

How educated is New Middletown, Ohio?

18.1% of adults (25+) in New Middletown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.