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Midlothian

Pop. 39,356·28th most expensive in Texas·Rental market data updated monthly for Midlothian, TX
Median rent (all units)
$2,171/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.5%
Month-over-Month
-3.0%
vs US Median
+$206
Falling (Monthly)
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Midlothian · $2,171
More expensive than 68% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
54/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Midlothian's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$2,171/mo
Expected by trend
$2,212/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,620
1 BR
$1,700
2 BR
$2,000
3 BR
$2,510
4 BR+
$3,220
Research median
$2,000/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
$26,052/yr
At $2,171/mo median
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Rents are softening (up only 2.5% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.5% YoY, -3.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Midlothian, TX is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 35.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
39,356
Median income
$126,641
Median age
36.7
Renters
20.3%
Age distribution
28.9%
18.4%
30.1%
12.4%
Under 1828.9%
18–3418.4%
35–5430.1%
55–6410.2%
65+12.4%
Gender
49.5%
50.5%
Male49.5%
Female50.5%
Race & ethnicity
69.5%
18.7%
White69.5%
Black11.5%
Hispanic18.7%
Asian0.5%
Education (25+)
22.9%
33%
35.8%
No HS diploma8.4%
HS diploma22.9%
Some college33%
Bachelor's+35.8%
Housing tenure
79.7%
20.3%
Owner79.7%
Renter20.3%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Midlothian, TX has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,923 → $2,171
up 12.9%
Income
$107,532 → $126,641
up 17.8%
Population
33,914 → 39,356
up 16.0%
Renter share
19.2% → 20.3%
+1.1 pts
Bachelor's+
34.3% → 35.8%
+1.5 pts
Median age
35.1 → 36.7
+1.6 yrs

The median rent in Midlothian, TX stood at $1,923 in 2022 and currently runs about $2,171, reflecting a 12.9% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in Midlothian, TX now reports about $126,641, up from $107,532 in 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 16.0% since 2021, moving from about 33,914 residents to roughly 39,356. For context, the 2022 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Midlothian, TX reflects that arc in its own way.

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Midlothian rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Midlothian, TX

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Midlothian is $2,171/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,620/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,000/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,700/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,510/mo.

At 21% of local median household income ($126,641/yr), Midlothian ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Midlothian an affordable city for renters?

Midlothian is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,171/mo, rent takes approximately 21% of the local median household income ($126,641/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Midlothian falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Midlothian?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $87,000/year (~$42/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,171/mo in Midlothian. The local median household income is $126,641/yr, meaning the typical Midlothian household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Midlothian?

Rent in Midlothian has increased 2.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Midlothian rent compare to other cities in Texas?

Midlothian is one of the pricier cities in Texas for rent, ranking #28 out of 269 tracked cities at $2,171/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Midlothian?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Midlothian ($2,171/mo): Mansfield ($1,732/mo), Cedar Hill ($1,747/mo), Desoto ($1,926/mo).

What percentage of Midlothian residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 20.3% of Midlothian households are renters, while 79.7% are owner-occupied. Midlothian leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Midlothian rent compare to the national average?

Midlothian's median rent of $2,171/mo is $206 (10%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Texas, it ranks #28 out of 269 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
21%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,171/mo, rent takes ~21% of Midlothian's median household income ($126,641/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Midlothian 21%Benchmark 30%
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