Studio Apartment Rent in Midlothian, IL
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Midlothian, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +11% lower than the citywide median of $1,375 and +5% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Midlothian
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Midlothian
Compare Midlothian's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Illinois
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dixon | $610 |
| 2 | Rantoul | $638 |
| 3 | Charleston | $640 |
| 4 | Quincy | $650 |
| 5 | Macomb | $660 |
| 6 | Pekin | $660 |
| 7 | Rock Island | $680 |
| 8 | Danville | $690 |
| 9 | Carbondale | $700 |
| 10 | Moline | $700 |
| 11 | Normal | $720 |
| 12 | Peoria | $738 |
| 13 | Springfield | $750 |
| 14 | Washington | $750 |
| 15 | Decatur | $760 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in Illinois
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morton Grove | $2,190 |
| 2 | Lake Forest | $2,190 |
| 3 | Deerfield | $2,190 |
| 4 | Barrington | $2,190 |
| 5 | Wilmette | $2,100 |
| 6 | Buffalo Grove | $2,100 |
| 7 | Highland Park | $2,060 |
| 8 | Plainfield | $2,015 |
| 9 | Naperville | $1,978 |
| 10 | Vernon Hills | $1,970 |
| 11 | Streamwood | $1,970 |
| 12 | Northbrook | $1,960 |
| 13 | Bartlett | $1,940 |
| 14 | Bolingbrook | $1,925 |
| 15 | Romeoville | $1,910 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Midlothian.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Midlothian |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alsip, IL | 2.7 mi | $1,150 | $-70 (-6%) |
| Blue Island, IL | 4 mi | $1,110 | $-110 (-9%) |
| Oak Lawn, IL | 5.6 mi | $1,350 | +$130 (+11%) |
| Chicago Ridge, IL | 5.6 mi | $1,210 | $-10 (-1%) |
| Evergreen Park, IL | 6.5 mi | $1,340 | +$120 (+10%) |
| Orland Park, IL | 6.7 mi | $1,490 | +$270 (+22%) |
| Homewood, IL | 7.2 mi | $1,410 | +$190 (+16%) |
| Riverdale, IL | 7.2 mi | $1,190 | $-30 (-2%) |
| Dolton, IL | 9.5 mi | $1,600 | +$380 (+31%) |
| Park Forest, IL | 11.4 mi | $1,520 | +$300 (+25%) |
| Calumet City, IL | 12.8 mi | $1,180 | $-40 (-3%) |
| Lansing, IL | 13.7 mi | $1,270 | +$50 (+4%) |
Studio rent in Midlothian — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Midlothian?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Midlothian, Illinois is $1,220 per month. This is +11% below the citywide median of $1,375.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Midlothian?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $48,800 ($4,067/month gross), which works out to roughly $23.46/hour at a full-time job.
Is Midlothian expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Midlothian's studio median of $1,220 is +5% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 45th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Midlothian rank for studio rent in Illinois?
Among the 140 cities in Illinois with studio data, Midlothian ranks #48 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Midlothian?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Alsip ($1,150), Blue Island ($1,110), Chicago Ridge ($1,210).