Midtown

Midtown is the heart of NYC’s business scene, buzzing with skyscrapers, Broadway shows, and iconic landmarks like Times Square and Grand Central. While it’s not your typical residential neighborhood, it offers a mix of surprisingly affordable apartments and luxury real estate. Commuters, tourists, and professionals keep the energy high, with Fifth Avenue’s upscale shopping and Sixth Avenue’s corporate hubs adding to the appeal.

Around Midtown, NY

There's plenty to do around Midtown, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

99
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
86
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including PRICELESS | The Rock, Upscale International Cafe, and JIH Market Aquarius.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 2.35 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 4.23 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.03 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 4.54 miles 15 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.54 miles 17 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.64 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Midtown, NY

Midtown has 175,630 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Midtown do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 317,997 people call Midtown home. The population density is 104,507.132 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

317,997

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

39

Median Age

50.31 / 49.69%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
175,630

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$112,641

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

The Atmosphere

Midtown pulses with relentless energy. It's a place where everyone is on the move, driven by the neighborhood's status as a global powerhouse of business, media, and entertainment. There's little time for quiet contemplation here; Midtown thrives on ambition and hustle.

Heart of the Neighborhood

Grand Central Terminal, a magnificent architectural landmark adorned with a celestial ceiling mural, serves as both a vital transportation hub and a surprisingly eclectic shopping destination. Its grandeur provides a welcome respite from the frenetic pace of commuting.

Neighborhood Quirk

The iconic statue gracing Rockefeller Center depicts Atlas shouldering the globe, a playful twist on Greek mythology. In reality, Atlas bore the weight of the heavens, not the Earth itself!

Pros

Midtown boasts unparalleled access to a vast shopping district, world-class museums, and a plethora of theaters and entertainment venues. If you can dream it, Midtown probably has it.

Cons

The constant excitement comes at a cost: traffic congestion, bustling crowds, and relentless noise. And since this is New York City, these challenges persist around the clock.


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