Town in Hidalgo County, part of the McAllen metro

Living in Midway South, TX

C

432nd of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 42 of 100
20th of 46 in the McAllen area

Midway South gets an overall grade of C and ranks 432nd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and errands and things to do, and trails on health and internet access. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

  • Good for people on a budget
  • Affordable
  • Short commutes
  • Jobs and income scores low (14 of 100)
  • Education levels scores low (5 of 100)
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Where Midway South is in Texas.
Population
2,308
Median rent
$73847% lower than Texas
Median home value
$108,40062% lower than Texas
Household income
$54,427Median
Average commute
20 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Midway South

Midway South sits about 15 miles from downtown McAllen, in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro. About 2,308 people live here. It is suburban, with mostly newer homes (the median home was built in 2005).

The median age is 25.4, 47% of households have children, 75% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $54,427 a year (31% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Midway South

  • Lower rent. Median rent is $738, 47% lower than the Texas median.
  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 2.0 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 20 minutes, against 27 across Texas.

Cons of living in Midway South

  • Higher poverty. 24% of people live below the poverty line, against 14% across Texas.
  • Many adults uninsured. 46% of adults 18 to 64 have no health insurance, against 20% statewide.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of hurricanes, heat waves and hail as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 160 days a year at 90°F or hotter.
  • Spotty home internet. Only 74% of homes have a broadband plan.

Who Midway South suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 56% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 31% lower than the Texas median, with 1 restaurant and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 52% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 46% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 53% for retirees.
  • Remote workersNot the best fit: 74% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $738 is 47% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 36% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $738 is 47% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 80% for people on a budget.

Midway South report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Midway South with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade A

    Median rent $738, homes cost 2.0x income.

    88 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade D-

    Median household income $54,427, 6.5% unemployed.

    14 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade C+

    Not enough data.

    54 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: no grade

    No full year of crime data from local police.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade B

    1 grocery store, 1 restaurant, 0 parks mapped in town.

    65 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade C

    Average commute 20 min, 7.8% work from home.

    41 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade F

    12% have a bachelor’s degree.

    5 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade F

    46% of adults uninsured.

    0 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade D+

    75% of homes owner-occupied.

    31 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade F

    74% of homes have broadband.

    5 of 100 vs US towns

Where Midway South stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Median rent: $73847% lower than Texas ($1,403)
  • Home value to income: 2.0x45% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 75%12 points higher than Texas (63%)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 46%26 points higher than Texas (20%)
  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 12%21 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Homes with broadband internet: 74%17 points lower than Texas (91%)

Cost of living in Midway South

Midway South renters pay a median of $738 a month, 47% lower than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $30,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 43% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $806 for a one-bedroom, $1,017 for a two-bedroom and $1,305 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.

The median home is worth $108,400, 62% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $593 before tax, or $722 with property tax. That is close to the median rent, so buying can make sense if you plan to stay.

Texas has no state income tax, but it leans on property taxes instead, though they are lighter here than in much of the state. The median homeowner in Midway South pays $1,538 a year, 64% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in Midway SouthStudio$8011 bedroom$8062 bedrooms$1,0173 bedrooms$1,3054 bedrooms$1,439
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX MSA. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent47% lower than Texas$738$1,403$1,413
Median home value62% lower than Texas$108,400$283,800$332,700
Home value to income45% lower than Texas2.0x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent9 points lower than Texas43%52%51%
Median property tax per year64% lower than Texas$1,538$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them12 points higher than Texas75%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas200519921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$722
Mortgage payment
$593
Property tax
$128
Median rent, for comparison
$738

Based on a $108,400 home in Midway South, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Daily life in Midway South

Everyday places mapped inside Midway South, from Overture Maps.

The average one-way commute is 20 minutes, 26% shorter than the Texas average. 8% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.

Downtown McAllen is about 15 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Midway South work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $54,427, income per person is $17,868, unemployment is 6.5% and 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
1
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
1
Cafes
1
Bars
0
Parks
0
Gyms
0
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
1
Libraries
0

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income31% lower than Texas$54,427$78,476$80,734
Income per person56% lower than Texas$17,868$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate1 points higher than Texas6.5%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line11 points higher than Texas24%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher21 points lower than Texas12%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher31 points lower than Texas55%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance26 points higher than Texas46%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet17 points lower than Texas74%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute26% lower than Texas20 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home7 points lower than Texas7.8%14%15%
Workers who work from home7.8%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Midway South

Under 1838%
18 to 3422%
35 to 6433%
65 and over6.6%

Median age 25.4 years. 47% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White0%
Hispanic or Latino99%
Black0%
Asian1.0%
Other or more than one race0%

Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.

Weather in Midway South

Midway South has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 96°F and January lows about 50°F. There are about 160 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 26 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Midway South50°70°90°71J75F81M86A90M95J96J97A92S87O80N72DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Weslaco, 3 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is low, hurricane risk is very high, tornado risk is moderate and hail risk is very high. Even in lower-risk areas, check the FEMA flood map for the exact address before you buy.

  • River floodingLow
  • HurricanesVery high
  • TornadoesModerate
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesVery high
  • WildfiresHigh
  • Winter stormsHigh
  • Strong windLow

Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.

Places near Midway South

Nearby, Scissors gets a D+, Midway North gets a C and Weslaco gets a C. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

  1. D+ScissorsTown, 4,267 people2 mi
  2. CMidway NorthTown, 3,594 people2 mi
  3. CWeslacoSmall city, 42,229 people2 mi
  4. D-DonnaSmall city, 16,833 people3 mi
  5. B-Llano GrandeTown, 2,283 people4 mi
  6. DOlivarezTown, 6,326 people5 mi

Midway South in the McAllen area

How it ranks among 46 places in the metro.

  1. 1A-Palmhurst2,601 people4 mito downtown
  2. 2B+McAllen145,385 people0 mito downtown
  3. 3B+Hidalgo14,498 people8 mito downtown
  4. 17CMidway North3,594 people14 mito downtown
  5. 18CPalmview15,921 people8 mito downtown
  6. 19CMuniz1,601 people10 mito downtown
  7. 20CMidway South2,308 people15 mito downtown
  8. 21C-Alamo20,255 people9 mito downtown
  9. 22C-Lopezville2,227 people6 mito downtown
  10. 23C-Heidelberg2,215 people23 mito downtown

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Living in Midway South: common questions

Is Midway South, TX a good place to live?

Midway South gets an overall grade of C and ranks 432nd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and errands and things to do, and trails on health and internet access. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

How much does it cost to live in Midway South?

Renters in Midway South pay a median of $738 a month, 47% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $108,400, 62% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.0x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $722, including property tax.

Does Midway South flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Midway South as low, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: hurricanes, heat waves, hail, wildfires and winter storms. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.

What is the weather like in Midway South?

Summers in Midway South peak at about 96°F in July, and January nights fall to about 50°F. Expect around 160 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 26 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Midway South?

The average one-way commute is 20 min, 26% lower than the Texas average. About 7.8% of workers work from home. It is about 15 miles from downtown McAllen.

Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.