What are the schools like in Midland, NC?

Midland is served primarily by Cabarrus County Schools. The district operates 20 elementary schools, 9 middle schools, and 13 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.4:1.

What is the median household income in Midland?

The median household income in Midland, NC is $101,220 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.8%.

What is the weather like in Midland, NC?

Midland has an average high temperature of 52.8°F in January and 91.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 3.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Midland, NC affordable or expensive?

Midland's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Midland is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $294,400 and the median rent is $1,042 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Midland, NC?

Midland has a violent crime rate of 153.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1331.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Midland, NC a Good Place to Live?

Midland is a small town of 4,675 in North Carolina, with a median household income of $101,220 and a 0.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Midland stands out for solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Midland is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Midland 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: 97.0

Midland's overall cost of living index is 97.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Midland costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Midland, NC	National Avg
Median Home Value	$294,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,042	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	86.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$101,220	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Midland's violent crime rate is 153.4 per 100,000 residents — 60% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

153.4 /100k

Property Crime

1331.5 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Midland is served primarily by Cabarrus County Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.4:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Midland, NC	National Avg
School District	Cabarrus County Schools	—
Elementary Schools	20	—
Middle Schools	9	—
High Schools	13	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	29.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Midland sees average highs of 52.8°F in January and 91.8°F in July, with 47.5 inches of annual precipitation and 3.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Midland, NC
Average High — January	52.8°F
Average High — July	91.8°F
Annual Precipitation	47.5"
Annual Snowfall	3.3"

Demographics

Metric	Midland, NC	National Avg
Population	4,675	—
Median Age	38.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	34.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	86.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	8.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	25.0%	22.2%
65 and over	9.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Locust, NC 5 mi Stanfield, NC 6 mi Fairview, NC 6 mi Harrisburg, NC 8 mi Mint Hill, NC 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Midland

Midland, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code:

28107

Midland vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Midland, NC affordable or expensive?

Midland's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Midland roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $294,400 and median rent is $1,042/month.

What is the crime rate in Midland, NC?

Midland's violent crime rate is 153.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1331.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Midland?

Public schools in Midland are operated by Cabarrus County Schools. The district has 20 elementary, 9 middle, and 13 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.4:1. 29.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Midland, NC a good place to live?

Midland, NC has a population of 4,675, a median household income of $101,220, and an unemployment rate of 0.8%. 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 Midland?

Midland averages 52.8°F in January and 91.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.5 inches with about 3.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Midland?

Midland, NC is covered by 1 ZIP code: 28107.

What is the population of Midland?

The population of Midland, North Carolina is 4,675 with a median age of 38.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Midland?

Key numbers for living in Midland: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $294,400, median household income $101,220, crime index 50 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Midland side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.