What are the schools like in Midlothian, TX?

Midlothian is served primarily by MIDLOTHIAN ISD. The district operates 8 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 3 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.6:1.

What is the median household income in Midlothian?

The median household income in Midlothian, TX is $119,323 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.9%.

What is the weather like in Midlothian, TX?

Midlothian has an average high temperature of 56.5°F in January and 94.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Midlothian, TX affordable or expensive?

Midlothian's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Midlothian is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $332,500 and the median rent is $1,506 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Midlothian, TX?

Midlothian has a violent crime rate of 119.5 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 958.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Midlothian, TX a Good Place to Live?

Midlothian is a small city of 35,460 in Texas, with a median household income of $119,323 and a 2.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Midlothian stands out for lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B), a well-educated population.

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

All Midlothian 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: 103.3

Midlothian's overall cost of living index is 103.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Midlothian costs roughly 3% more than the average American city.

Metric	Midlothian, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$332,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,506	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	82.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$119,323	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Midlothian's violent crime rate is 119.5 per 100,000 residents — 69% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

119.5 /100k

Property Crime

958.7 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Midlothian is served primarily by MIDLOTHIAN ISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.6:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Midlothian, TX	National Avg
School District	MIDLOTHIAN ISD	—
Elementary Schools	8	—
Middle Schools	3	—
High Schools	3	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	36.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Midlothian sees average highs of 56.5°F in January and 94.7°F in July, with 42.4 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Midlothian, TX
Average High — January	56.5°F
Average High — July	94.7°F
Annual Precipitation	42.4"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Midlothian, TX	National Avg
Population	35,460	—
Median Age	35.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	77.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	9.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	8.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.5%	6.3%
Under 18	29.2%	22.2%
65 and over	11.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Midlothian

Midlothian, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

76065

Midlothian vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Midlothian, TX affordable or expensive?

Midlothian's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Midlothian roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $332,500 and median rent is $1,506/month.

What is the crime rate in Midlothian, TX?

Midlothian's violent crime rate is 119.5 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 958.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Midlothian?

Public schools in Midlothian are operated by MIDLOTHIAN ISD. The district has 8 elementary, 3 middle, and 3 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.6:1. 36.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Midlothian, TX a good place to live?

Midlothian, TX has a population of 35,460, a median household income of $119,323, and an unemployment rate of 2.9%. 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 Midlothian?

Midlothian averages 56.5°F in January and 94.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.4 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Midlothian?

Midlothian, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 76065.

What is the population of Midlothian?

The population of Midlothian, Texas is 35,460 with a median age of 35.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Midlothian?

Key numbers for living in Midlothian: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $332,500, median household income $119,323, crime index 37 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Midlothian side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.