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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Midland, TX is $1,634. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Midland cheaper than other Texas cities?

Midland falls in the middle range for Texas, ranking #152 out of 269 cities at $1,634/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 · TX

Midland

Name: Average Rent Prices in Midland, TX
Creator: RentDataNow
License: https://rentdatanow.com/terms-of-service

Pop. 136,640·152nd most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Midland, TX

Median rent (all units)

$1,634/mo

Year-over-Year

+4.7%

Month-over-Month

+0.9%

vs US Median

-$331

Rising (Monthly)

Be the first to discuss Midland rents ↓

Most AffordableMost Expensive

Midland · $1,634

More affordable than 67% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

22% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,634/mo, rent takes about 22% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$65,000/yr

Local median income

$89,585/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Midland's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,556

1 BR

$1,564

2 BR

$1,834

3 BR

$2,356

4 BR+

$2,910

Research median

$1,834/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$19,608/yr

At $1,634/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 4.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+4.7% YoY, +0.9% MoM), not inventory.

Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Demographics

Who lives here

Midland, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 33.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

136,640

Median income

$89,585

Median age

31.5

Renters

34.9%

Age distribution

29.8%

26.5%

24.9%

Under 1829.8%

18–3426.5%

35–5424.9%

55–648.6%

65+10.1%

Gender

50.8%

49.2%

Male50.8%

Female49.2%

Race & ethnicity

54.6%

45.9%

White54.6%

Black8.5%

Hispanic45.9%

Asian2.6%

Education (25+)

13.4%

22.6%

30.2%

33.7%

No HS diploma13.4%

HS diploma22.6%

Some college30.2%

Bachelor's+33.7%

Housing tenure

65.1%

34.9%

Owner65.1%

Renter34.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Midland, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,165 → $1,634

up 40.3%

Income

$87,900 → $89,585

up 1.9%

Population

130,765 → 136,640

up 4.5%

Renter share

35.8% → 34.9%

-0.9 pts

Bachelor's+

30.9% → 33.7%

+2.8 pts

The median rent in Midland, TX stood at $1,165 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,634, reflecting a 40.3% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $87,900 to $89,585 across the same window, up 1.9% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 4.5% since 2021, moving from about 130,765 residents to roughly 136,640. College-educated residents now make up 33.7% of adults here, versus 30.9% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Midland, TX look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

Community

Discussions about Midland

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

View Midland rent history (2015–2026) →

Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Midland on your salary?

At $1,634/mo, how Midland rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $93,535/yr · Rent = 21% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $66,409/yr · Rent = 29.5% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $76,497/yr · Rent = 25.6% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $136,729/yr · Rent = 14.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $174,705/yr · Rent = 11.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $62,182/yr · Rent = 31.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $56,143/yr · Rent = 34.9% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $69,201/yr · Rent = 28.3% 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

Tips for renters in Midland

About renting in Midland, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Midland is $1,634/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,556/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,834/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,564/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,356/mo.

At 22% of local median household income ($89,585/yr), Midland ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Midland an affordable city for renters?

Midland is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,634/mo, rent takes approximately 22% of the local median household income ($89,585/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 $65,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,634/mo in Midland. The local median household income is $89,585/yr, meaning the typical Midland household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Midland?

Rent in Midland has increased 4.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Midland neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Midland are 79703 ($1,350/mo), 79707 ($1,556/mo), and 79705 ($1,655/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Midland is $1,634/mo.

How does Midland rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Midland is middle-of-the-pack for Texas for rent, ranking #152 out of 269 tracked cities at $1,634/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Midland?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Midland ($1,634/mo): Big Spring ($1,340/mo), Hobbs ($1,497/mo), Odessa ($1,537/mo).

What percentage of Midland residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.9% of Midland households are renters, while 65.1% 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 $1,634/mo is $331 (17%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #152 out of 269 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

22%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,634/mo, rent takes ~22% of Midland's median household income ($89,585/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Midland 22%Benchmark 30%

State income taxNone

Run the Midland affordability calculator →

Nearby cities