Middletown

Middletown, Ohio Overview

Middletown scores 44.6/100 overall (D), ranking #10 of 20 cities in Ohio — below the state composite of 49.1. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 80/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 10/100.

Income & Employment in Middletown

The median household income in Middletown is $54,985, 14% below the statewide median of $63,715. The local unemployment rate of 4.6% is higher than the state’s 4.1%. Population grew 0.8% recently.

Safety in Middletown

At 192.9 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Middletown sits meaningfully below the Ohio average of 303 — a 57% lower gap. The property crime rate is 2279.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Middletown

Middletown has a cost of living index of 102.6 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $148,300. Median monthly rent is $974. Renters spend 21.3% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Middletown

The adult obesity rate in Middletown is 43.4%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 15.2%. Residents report an average of 20.2 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Ohio ranks #37 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Middletown

The high school graduation rate in Middletown is 70.8%, below the national average and a challenge for the community. The student-teacher ratio is 16.7:1. Per-pupil spending is $14,534. The city has 17 public schools serving 8,489 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Middletown

The annual average temperature in Middletown is 54.8°F. Summers average 72.4°F. Winters average 38.5°F. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches.

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