How much does it cost to rent in Midland, MI?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Midland, MI is $1,483. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Midland cheaper than other Michigan cities?

Midland falls in the middle range for Michigan, ranking #51 out of 95 cities at $1,483/mo.

When was Midland rent data last updated?

Midland rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · MI

Midland

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Pop. 42,724·51st most expensive in Michigan·Rental market data updated monthly for Midland, MI

Median rent (all units)

$1,483/mo

Year-over-Year

-0.3%

Month-over-Month

-8.5%

vs US Median

-$482

Falling (Monthly)

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Midland · $1,483

More affordable than 77% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

67/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 9% below what Midland's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,483/mo

Expected by trend

$1,623/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Midland's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$895

1 BR

$905

2 BR

$1,175

3 BR

$1,520

4 BR+

$1,585

Research median

$1,175/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$17,796/yr

At $1,483/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 0.3% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-0.3% YoY, -8.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Midland, MI is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 44.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

42,724

Median income

$73,325

Median age

39.3

Renters

32.9%

Age distribution

21.2%

22.1%

23.1%

13.2%

20.4%

Under 1821.2%

18–3422.1%

35–5423.1%

55–6413.2%

65+20.4%

Gender

48.2%

51.8%

Male48.2%

Female51.8%

Race & ethnicity

88.1%

White88.1%

Black2%

Hispanic4.6%

Asian3.3%

Other2.1%

Education (25+)

22.9%

29.6%

44.6%

No HS diploma2.9%

HS diploma22.9%

Some college29.6%

Bachelor's+44.6%

Housing tenure

67.1%

32.9%

Owner67.1%

Renter32.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2022 vs 2026

How Midland, MI has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,297 → $1,483

up 14.3%

Income

$67,558 → $73,325

up 8.5%

Population

42,425 → 42,724

up 0.7%

Renter share

34.4% → 32.9%

-1.5 pts

Bachelor's+

44.8% → 44.6%

-0.2 pts

Median age

37.9 → 39.3

+1.4 yrs

Rent in Midland, MI has increased 14.3% since 2022, going from about $1,297 per month to roughly $1,483 today. Median household income grew from $67,558 to $73,325 between 2021 and 2024, a 8.5% shift. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 5.8 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. About 32.9% of households rent today, against 34.4% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Midland, MI reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Midland on your salary?

At $1,483/mo, how Midland rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $90,701/yr · Rent = 19.6% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $64,397/yr · Rent = 27.6% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $74,179/yr · Rent = 24% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $132,586/yr · Rent = 13.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $169,411/yr · Rent = 10.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,298/yr · Rent = 29.5% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $54,442/yr · Rent = 32.7% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $67,104/yr · Rent = 26.5% income

affordable

By apartment size

Midland rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Midland. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Midland, MI

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Midland is $1,483/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $895/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,175/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $905/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,520/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($73,325/yr), Midland ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Midland an affordable city for renters?

Midland is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,483/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($73,325/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Midland falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Midland?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $59,000/year (~$28/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,483/mo in Midland. The local median household income is $73,325/yr, meaning the typical Midland household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Midland?

Rent in Midland has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.3% change year over year as of July 2026.

Which Midland neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Midland are 48640 ($1,202/mo), and 48642 ($1,637/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Midland is $1,483/mo.

How does Midland rent compare to other cities in Michigan?

Midland is middle-of-the-pack for Michigan for rent, ranking #51 out of 95 tracked cities at $1,483/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Midland?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Midland ($1,483/mo): Bay City ($964/mo), Flint ($969/mo), Mount Pleasant ($1,010/mo).

What percentage of Midland residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.9% of Midland households are renters, while 67.1% are owner-occupied. Midland leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Midland rent compare to the national average?

Midland's median rent of $1,483/mo is $482 (25%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Michigan, it ranks #51 out of 95 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,483/mo, rent takes ~24% of Midland's median household income ($73,325/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Midland 24%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.25%

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