Cost of Living in Middletown, OH
Population: 50,607 • 2026 Data
$54,985
Median Household Income
-29% vs national
$974
Median Monthly Rent
-28% vs national
$148,300
Median Home Value
-56% vs national
6.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Middletown
The median home value in Middletown, OH is $148,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $974, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $942.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Middletown, OH is $54,985. The unemployment rate stands at 6.8%, with a labor force of 24,797 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.