Midway, Texas Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Midway, Texas had a total population of 257, the 1500th largest city in Texas, with a median household income of $62,083, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x.
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 | 234 | 257 | +9.8% |
| Median household income | $57,500 | $62,083 | +8.0% |
| Median home value | $99,100 | $108,300 | +9.3% |
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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 67 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Midway Rankings in Texas
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Other Cities in Madison County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madisonville | 4,552 | $67,175 | 13.5% | $121,300 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reklaw | 255 | N/A | $163,400 | 31.2% | 13.3% |
| Moran | 259 | $63,846 | $44,300 | 11.2% | 21.6% |
| Ranchitos del Norte | 263 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 14.1% |
| Ellinger | 253 | $60,956 | $206,900 | 14.4% | 6.7% |
| Praesel | 265 | N/A | $273,100 | 13.2% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 257, 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 Texas, within Madison County. The total population is 257. It ranks as the 1500th most populous out of 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas.
Age Demographics
The median age in Midway is 30.8 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 35.6 years. With 30.3% of the population under 18, Midway has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Midway is $62,083. This is 21% lower than the state median of $78,476. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.2%. This is 55% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.8%. The unemployment rate is 7.9%. This is 51% higher than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $108,300. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $283,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.7x, Midway is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 62.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Midway is White (non-Hispanic), making up 54.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 20.2%.
Education
39.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 16% higher than the state rate of 33.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Midway, Texas 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 Texas state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,795 Census-designated places in Texas. 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, Texas?
Midway, Texas has a population of 257 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Midway, TX?
The median household income in Midway is $62,083, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Midway, TX?
The poverty rate in Midway is 6.2%. This means approximately 16 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Midway, Texas?
Midway's population is 54.5% White, 16.0% Black, 20.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Midway, TX?
The median home value in Midway is $108,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.7x.
How educated is Midway, Texas?
39.3% of adults (25+) in Midway hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.