Midway, Washington County, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Commercial building at Washington Ave and Prospect St.
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Location of Midway in Washington County, Pennsylvania.
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Location in Pennsylvania
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Washington |
| Established | 1866 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.44 sq mi (1.14 km2) |
| • Land | 0.44 sq mi (1.14 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
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| • Total | 924 |
| • Density | 2,100.00/sq mi (810.85/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-4 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (EDT) |
| Area codes | 724, 878 |
| FIPS code | 42-49240 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1215672 |
Midway is a small town, also known as a borough, located in Washington County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. In 2020, about 921 people lived there. It's a quiet community with an interesting history!
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A Stop Along the Way: Midway's History
Midway got its name because it was a perfect "mid-way" stop! Imagine trains traveling between two big places: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and Steubenville, Ohio. Midway was right in the middle, making it an important stop on the railroad. This is how the community grew and became known as Midway. It was officially established in 1866.
Where is Midway? Geography and Size
Midway is located at coordinates 40°22′5″N 80°17′33″W / 40.36806°N 80.29250°W. This means it's in a specific spot on the map.
The borough is quite small. According to the United States Census Bureau, its total area is about 0.4 square miles (1.1 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside its borders.
Midway's Neighbors: Surrounding Areas
Midway has neighbors all around it! It shares its borders with two different townships. To the north, east, and west, you'll find Robinson Township. To the south, Midway borders Smith Township.
Who Lives in Midway? Population Facts
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 581 | — | |
| 1910 | 941 | — | |
| 1920 | 886 | −5.8% | |
| 1930 | 951 | 7.3% | |
| 1940 | 988 | 3.9% | |
| 1950 | 993 | 0.5% | |
| 1960 | 1,012 | 1.9% | |
| 1970 | 1,188 | 17.4% | |
| 1980 | 1,187 | −0.1% | |
| 1990 | 1,043 | −12.1% | |
| 2000 | 982 | −5.8% | |
| 2010 | 913 | −7.0% | |
| 2020 | 921 | 0.9% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 916 | 0.3% | |
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In the year 2000, there were 982 people living in Midway. These people lived in 411 households, and 295 of these were families.
The population density was about 2,225 people per square mile. This means a lot of people lived in a small area. There were also 431 housing units in the borough.
Most people living in Midway in 2000 were White (98.88%). A small number were African American (0.51%), Asian (0.20%), or from two or more races (0.41%). About 0.61% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Out of the 411 households, about 28% had children under 18 living with them. Many households (56%) were married couples. About 12.7% were single mothers with no husband present. Around 25.3% of households were individuals living alone.
The average household had about 2.39 people, and the average family had about 2.85 people.
The population in Midway was spread out by age. About 20.5% of residents were under 18 years old. About 17.6% were 65 years or older. The average age of people in Midway was 41 years old.
In 2000, the median income for a household in Midway was $36,078. For families, the median income was $41,458. The average income for each person in the borough was $17,783.
Famous Faces: Notable People from Midway
Midway has been home to some notable people!
- Ralph Felton was a former NFL player who played for the Washington Redskins.
- Dick Haley was also a former NFL football player. After playing, he became a Player Personnel Director for the Pittsburgh Steelers and the NY Jets.
See also
In Spanish: Midway (condado de Washington, Pensilvania) para niños
