Midland Metro Area, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
176,726 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$93,442 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$290,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$679 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,196 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Texas
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 1 44
Feb 1 0 48
Mar 1 0 55
Apr 1 0 64
May 2 0 73
Jun 2 0 80
Jul 2 0 82
Aug 2 0 81
Sep 2 0 74
Oct 2 0 65
Nov 1 0 53
Dec 1 1 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 76% leaning right.

Liberal (21%) (77%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 19, TX State Senate District 31, TX State House District 82, TX
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Schools

Lee Freshman Hs
6 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Viola M Coleman Hs
6 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Milam El
7 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Midland College
8 miles, W • 1.9 star
Odessa College
28 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Midland Memorial Hospital
9 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Odessa Regional Medical Center
27 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Airports

Lea County Regional Airport
82 miles, NW • 1 star
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