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Media

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Median Home$100,700
Median Rent$792/month
Population113
Leading IndustriesProfessional Services · Retail · Construction3% professional services
Retirees24% of residentsslightly above average
Homeowners74% of occupied units
NotableAffordable Market$101k median home · lower cost than 92% of the country
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What are today's mortgage rates in Media?›

As of today, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate for Media is approximately 6.994% (7.003% APR). Rates vary based on your credit score, loan type, down payment, and other factors. Safe Rate updates rates daily using live investor pricing.

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What is the median home price in Media?›

The median home value in Media is $101k. The median monthly rent is $792. Annual property taxes average $2k. Home values are based on U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.

How much income do you need to buy a home in Media?›

Based on a typical all-in ownership cost of $771/month (mortgage, taxes, insurance), you'd generally need a household income of approximately $33k/year to keep housing costs at or below 28% of gross income — a common lender guideline. The median household income in Media is $55k/year.

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What industries drive the economy in Media?›

The largest employment sectors in Media are public administration (20%) and retail (19%) of the local workforce. Industry data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey.