2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Midland, TX
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Midland, Texas as of July 2026. That's +12% higher than the citywide median of $1,634 and +11% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Midland
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 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Midland
Compare Midland's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Texas
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Texas
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Park | $2,830 |
| 2 | Argyle | $2,830 |
| 3 | Flower Mound | $2,765 |
| 4 | Prosper | $2,670 |
| 5 | Little Elm | $2,630 |
| 6 | Aledo | $2,560 |
| 7 | Justin | $2,500 |
| 8 | Lakeway | $2,490 |
| 9 | Lavon | $2,470 |
| 10 | Royse City | $2,380 |
| 11 | Haslet | $2,370 |
| 12 | Celina | $2,340 |
| 13 | Grapevine | $2,300 |
| 14 | Fresno | $2,290 |
| 15 | Bellaire | $2,290 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Midland.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Midland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Odessa, TX | 16.8 mi | $1,800 | $-34 (-2%) |
| Wolfforth, TX | 101.7 mi | $1,300 | $-534 (-29%) |
| Hobbs, NM | 108 mi | $1,140 | $-694 (-38%) |
| Lubbock, TX | 109.9 mi | $1,183 | $-651 (-35%) |
| San Angelo, TX | 124.1 mi | $1,347 | $-487 (-27%) |
| Carlsbad, NM | 162.8 mi | $1,080 | $-754 (-41%) |
| Abilene, TX | 163 mi | $1,178 | $-656 (-36%) |
| Roswell, NM | 195.8 mi | $1,030 | $-804 (-44%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Midland — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Midland?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Midland, Texas is $1,834 per month. This is +12% higher than the citywide median of $1,634.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Midland?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $73,360 ($6,113/month gross), which works out to roughly $35.27/hour at a full-time job.
Is Midland expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Midland's 2-bedroom median of $1,834 is +11% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 60th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Midland rank for 2-bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 262 cities in Texas with 2-bedroom data, Midland ranks #204 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Midland?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Odessa ($1,800), Wolfforth ($1,300), Hobbs ($1,140).