Middletown, OH Local Data & Statistics

State: OH

Total population: 51,617 Household income: $57,102 Rent: $1,007

Overview

Total population

51,617

Rent

$1,007

Year built

1965

Household income

$57,102

Per capita income

$31,456

Poverty rate

17.1%

Unemployment rate

4.4%

Household size

2.4 persons

Rent over 30% of income

48%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Ohio

Total population

51,617

Adults over 25

34,750

Total households

21,422

Household size

2.4 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$57,102

Per capita income

$31,456

Poverty rate

17.1%

Unemployment rate

4.4%

Rent over 30% of income

48%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,007

Year built

1965

Households that rent

46%

Households that own

54%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.4

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

71.6%

Black

13.4%

Asian

0.9%

Two or more races

9.2%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

8.2%

Not Hispanic or Latino

91.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

91.2%

Commute time to work

24 mins

Work from home

8.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

31.8%

High school graduate or GED

39.7%

Some college or associate degree

10.9%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

17.6%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Middletown, OH with: Ohio United States

Middletown, OH

Total population51,617

Rent$1,007

Year built1965

Household income$57,102

Per capita income$31,456

Poverty rate17.1%

Unemployment rate4.4%

Ohio State

Total population11,810,293

Rent$1,034

Year built1970

Household income$71,389

Per capita income$40,552

Poverty rate13.3%

Unemployment rate4.3%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityMiddletown, OH	StateOhio	CountryUnited States
Total population	51,617	11,810,293	334,922,499
Rent	$1,007	$1,034	$1,413
Year built	1965	1970	1980
Household income	$57,102	$71,389	$80,734
Per capita income	$31,456	$40,552	$44,673
Poverty rate	17.1%	13.3%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	4.4%	4.3%	4%

View the complete comparison of Middletown, OH, Ohio and United States →

Summary for Middletown, OH

Middletown is located in Ohio.

Rent & Income

In Middletown, the typical monthly rent is $1,007 and the typical household income is $57,102. Rent here is similar to Ohio and lower than the U.S., and household income is lower than both Ohio and the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 17.1%, which is higher than in both Ohio and national.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 46% of households, indicating a relatively balanced mix of renters and owners. About 48% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Only about 17.6% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher, indicating lower levels of formal education. The local unemployment rate is 4.4%, which is similar to Ohio and higher than the national rate.

Middletown, OH — Rent vs Household Income

Middletown, OH — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Middletown, OH compares in Ohio (18 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,007	12 / 18	from lower rent	$728 – $1,295
Household income	$57,102	7 / 18	from higher income	$34,408 – $74,681
Poverty rate	17.1%	6 / 18	from lower poverty	8.3% – 37.3%
Unemployment rate	4.4%	11 / 18	from lower unemployment	2.5% – 6.6%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Ohio with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Middletown, OH

Rent

When it comes to rent costs, Middletown places 12th among 18 large places in Ohio. Across the state, rents run from $728 in Youngstown, OH up to $1,295 in Columbus, OH.

Household income

For median household income, Middletown is ranked 7th out of 18 large areas. Statewide incomes span from $34,408 in Youngstown, OH to $74,681 in Kettering, OH.

Poverty rate

For poverty rates, Middletown is ranked 6th among 18 major areas. Across Ohio, poverty runs from 8.3% in Kettering, OH to 37.3% in Youngstown, OH.

Unemployment rate

For joblessness, Middletown ranks 11th out of 18 significant areas. Across Ohio, unemployment varies from 2.5% in Lakewood, OH to 6.6% in Toledo, OH.

💰 Rent in Middletown, OH (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,007 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Middletown, OH

Annual Household Income: $57,102

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Middletown, OH

Estimated Rate: 17.1%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Middletown, OH

In Middletown, OH, households that rent: 9,849 (46%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	9,849	46%
Owner-Occupied	11,573	54%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Middletown, OH

In Middletown, OH, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 4,732 (48%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	4,732	48%
Other renter households	5,117	52%
Total renter households	9,849	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Middletown, OH

Less than High School: 11,042 people (31.8%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 13,791 people (39.7%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 3,794 people (10.9%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 6,123 people (17.6%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 34,750

📊 Unemployment Rate in Middletown, OH

Estimated Rate: 4.4%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.