Midway
cityMidway is a city located in northwestern Wasatch County, Utah, nestled in the Heber Valley, approximately 3 miles west of Heber City and 28 miles southeast of Salt Lake City. Known for its stunning natural beauty and small-town charm, Midway offers a high quality of life with a strong sense of community. The city's population was 6,003 at the 2020 census, and recent estimates place it around 6,171 residents as of 2024. Midway's economy is supported by a mix of industries, including technology, healthcare, retail, and education. The median household income is notably high, estimated at $157,065 in 2024, reflecting the affluence of the community. While specific major employers are not readily available, the high median income suggests a healthy job market. Midway is distinctive for its Swiss heritage, which is celebrated annually during Swiss Days. The city offers abundant outdoor recreational opportunities, including access to Wasatch Mountain State Park, Soldier Hollow (site of the 2002 Winter Olympics), and numerous parks and trails. The unique Homestead Crater, a geothermal hot spring, is another notable attraction.
Midway, Utah
- Classification
- City
- FIPS Code
- 49-49820
- Country
- United States
- County
- Wasatch County
- Region
- Wasatch Back
- Elevation
- 5,584 ft
- Total Area
- 5.55 sq mi
- Land Area
- 5.55 sq mi
- Water Area
- 0 sq mi
- Latitude
- 40.51444
- Longitude
- -111.47722
- Climate
- Midway has a humid continental climate with warm summers and cold, sometimes severely cold, winters. It experiences large seasonal temperature differences.
- Notable Features
- Snake Creek · Provo River · Deer Creek Reservoir · Wasatch Mountains · Homestead Crater
- Neighboring Areas
- Heber City · Park City · Timber Lakes
- Population (2020)
- 6,003
- Est. Population (2024)
- 6,171
- Median Age
- 40.5
- Median Income
- $157,065
- Poverty Rate
- 1.67%
- Family Households
- 87.1%
- Owner-Occupied
- 83.8%
- Racial & Ethnic Composition
- The population of Midway is primarily White, with smaller percentages of other races and ethnicities. In 2024, 97.6% of residents were U.S. citizens.
- Government Type
- Mayor-Council
- Governing Body
- City Council
- Body Size
- 6 members
- School District
- Wasatch County School District
- Municipal Services
- Police (Heber City Police Department) · Public Works · Parks & Recreation
- Economic Profile
- Residential · Tourism · Agriculture
- Employment Sectors
- Construction · Retail · Healthcare and Social Assistance · Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- School Districts
- Wasatch County School District
- Transportation
- State Route 113 · Wasatch Back Connector (public transit) · Bike lanes
- Utilities
- Municipal water · Sanitary sewer · Heber Light and Power Company
- Outdoor Access
- Yes
- Major Recreation Areas
- Wasatch Mountain State Park · Soldier Hollow · Homestead Crater
- Parks & Trails
- Centennial Park · Hamlet Park · Town Square · Midway City Dog Park · Burgi Hill Park · Michie Park · Alpenhof Park · Numerous trails throughout the city
- Founded
- 1859
- Incorporated
- 1891
- Named After
- Fort Midway, located halfway between two early settlements
- Historical Significance
- Midway is significant for its well-preserved Swiss heritage, its role as an agricultural center in the Heber Valley, and its transformation into a popular tourist destination with access to outdoor recreation and Olympic venues
- Key Events
- First visited by European-Americans in 1824 · Settled permanently in 1858-1859 · Construction of Fort Midway in 1866 · Arrival of Swiss immigrants in the 1860s and 1870s · Host to the 2002 Winter Olympics at Soldier Hollow