What are the schools like in Middletown, IL?

Middletown is served primarily by New Holland-Middletown ED 88. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 7.8:1.

What is the median household income in Middletown?

The median household income in Middletown, IL is $58,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.4%.

What is the weather like in Middletown, IL?

Middletown has an average high temperature of 33.1°F in January and 85.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 12.9 inches.

Middletown, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Middletown, IL affordable or expensive?

Middletown's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Middletown is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $57,000 and the median rent is $825 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Middletown, IL?

Crime rate data for Middletown is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Middletown, IL a Good Place to Live?

Middletown is a small town of 254 in Illinois, with a median household income of $58,750 and a 5.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

Strengths: Middletown stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Middletown is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Middletown city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 90.5

Middletown's overall cost of living index is 90.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Middletown costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Middletown, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$57,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$825	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	82.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$58,750	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Middletown is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Middletown is served primarily by New Holland-Middletown ED 88. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Middletown, IL	National Avg
School District	New Holland-Middletown ED 88	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	7.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	8.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	84.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Middletown sees average highs of 33.1°F in January and 85.2°F in July, with 39.3 inches of annual precipitation and 12.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Middletown, IL
Average High — January	33.1°F
Average High — July	85.2°F
Annual Precipitation	39.3"
Annual Snowfall	12.9"

Demographics

Metric	Middletown, IL	National Avg
Population	254	—
Median Age	47.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	38.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	24.0%	22.2%
65 and over	14.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

New Holland, IL 6 mi Greenview, IL 8 mi Broadwell, IL 8 mi Elkhart, IL 9 mi Mason City, IL 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Middletown

Middletown, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62666

Middletown vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Middletown, IL affordable or expensive?

Middletown's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Middletown roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $57,000 and median rent is $825/month.

What is the crime rate in Middletown, IL?

Crime data for Middletown is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Middletown?

Public schools in Middletown are operated by New Holland-Middletown ED 88. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.8:1. 8.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Middletown, IL a good place to live?

Middletown, IL has a population of 254, a median household income of $58,750, and an unemployment rate of 5.4%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Middletown?

Middletown averages 33.1°F in January and 85.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 39.3 inches with about 12.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Middletown?

Middletown, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62666.

What is the population of Middletown?

The population of Middletown, Illinois is 254 with a median age of 47.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Middletown?

Key numbers for living in Middletown: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $57,000, median household income $58,750, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Middletown side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.