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

As of May 2026, the median monthly rent in Midland, NC is $2,034. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Midland cheaper than other North Carolina cities?

Midland is one of the pricier cities in North Carolina, ranking #10 out of 125 cities tracked at $2,034/mo.

When was Midland rent data last updated?

Midland rent data reflects May 2026 and was last refreshed on May 18, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · NC

Midland

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Pop. 4,860·10th most expensive in North Carolina·Rental market data updated monthly for Midland, NC

Median rent (all units)

$2,034/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+6.9%

vs US Median

+$104

Rising (Monthly)

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Midland · $2,034

More expensive than 62% of US cities · National median $1,930/mo

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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,180

1 BR

$1,230

2 BR

$1,370

3 BR

$1,690

4 BR+

$2,140

Research median

$1,370/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: May 18, 2026

Annual cost

$24,408/yr

At $2,034/mo median

Market timing

Rents rising

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Demographics

Who lives here

Midland, NC is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

4,860

Median income

$101,477

Median age

38.9

Renters

16.1%

Age distribution

21.6%

20.6%

32.8%

14.3%

Under 1821.6%

18–3420.6%

35–5432.8%

55–6414.3%

65+10.7%

Gender

45.3%

54.7%

Male45.3%

Female54.7%

Race & ethnicity

72.5%

15.4%

White72.5%

Black15.4%

Hispanic7.2%

Asian0.6%

Other4.3%

Education (25+)

29.5%

34.8%

32.9%

No HS diploma2.8%

HS diploma29.5%

Some college34.8%

Bachelor's+32.9%

Housing tenure

83.9%

16.1%

Owner83.9%

Renter16.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Midland, NC has changed in 5 years

Income

$95,687 → $101,477

up 6.1%

Population

4,519 → 4,860

up 7.5%

Renter share

13.8% → 16.1%

+2.3 pts

Bachelor's+

32.4% → 32.9%

+0.5 pts

Median age

37.6 → 38.9

+1.3 yrs

Median household income rose from $95,687 to $101,477 between 2021 and 2024, a 6.1% shift. The population has grown by 7.5% since 2021, moving from about 4,519 residents to roughly 4,860. Renters now make up 16.1% of households, compared with 13.8% five years ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Midland on your salary?

At $2,034/mo, how Midland rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $88,811/yr · Rent = 27.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $63,055/yr · Rent = 38.7% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $72,634/yr · Rent = 33.6% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $129,823/yr · Rent = 18.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $165,882/yr · Rent = 14.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $59,041/yr · Rent = 41.3% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $53,307/yr · Rent = 45.8% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,706/yr · Rent = 37.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Midland rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Midland

About renting in Midland, NC

Last updated: May 18, 2026

The median rent in Midland is $2,034/mo as of May 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,180/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,370/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,230/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,690/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($101,477/yr), Midland ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Midland an affordable city for renters?

Midland is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,034/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($101,477/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 $81,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,034/mo in Midland. The local median household income is $101,477/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 0.0% change year over year as of May 2026.

How does Midland rent compare to other cities in North Carolina?

Midland is one of the pricier cities in North Carolina for rent, ranking #10 out of 125 tracked cities at $2,034/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Midland?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Midland ($2,034/mo): Matthews ($1,742/mo), Concord ($1,752/mo), Indian Trail ($2,025/mo).

What percentage of Midland residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 16.1% of Midland households are renters, while 83.9% 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 $2,034/mo is $104 (5%) above the US national median of $1,930/mo. Within North Carolina, it ranks #10 out of 125 tracked cities.

Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,034/mo, rent takes ~24% of Midland's median household income ($101,477/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Midland 24%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.5%

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