How much does it cost to rent in Midvale, UT?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Midvale, UT is $1,529. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Midvale cheaper than other Utah cities?

Midvale is among the more affordable cities in Utah, ranking #45 out of 56 cities at $1,529/mo.

When was Midvale rent data last updated?

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

Is Midvale a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Midvale is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 4.7% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Midvale

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Pop. 35,989·45th most expensive in Utah·Rental market data updated monthly for Midvale, UT

Median rent (all units)

$1,529/mo

Year-over-Year

-4.7%

Month-over-Month

-0.3%

vs US Median

-$436

Stable (Monthly)

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Midvale · $1,529

More affordable than 74% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

24% of income

VERY AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,529/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$61,000/yr

Local median income

$75,084/yr

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,220

1 BR

$1,430

2 BR

$1,720

3 BR

$2,310

4 BR+

$2,630

Research median

$1,720/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

$18,348/yr

At $1,529/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 4.7% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-4.7% YoY, -0.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Midvale, UT is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, 33.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

35,989

Median income

$75,084

Median age

32.7

Renters

56.6%

Age distribution

21.4%

34.7%

25.2%

Under 1821.4%

18–3434.7%

35–5425.2%

55–649.3%

65+9.5%

Gender

50.1%

49.9%

Male50.1%

Female49.9%

Race & ethnicity

69.5%

19.4%

White69.5%

Black2%

Hispanic19.4%

Asian4.5%

Other4.6%

Education (25+)

22.3%

35.5%

33.8%

No HS diploma8.3%

HS diploma22.3%

Some college35.5%

Bachelor's+33.8%

Housing tenure

43.4%

56.6%

Owner43.4%

Renter56.6%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Midvale, UT has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,575 → $1,529

down 2.9%

Income

$65,897 → $75,084

up 13.9%

Population

35,313 → 35,989

up 1.9%

Renter share

54.1% → 56.6%

+2.5 pts

Bachelor's+

32.2% → 33.8%

+1.6 pts

Rent in Midvale, UT has declined 2.9% since 2022, going from about $1,575 per month to roughly $1,529 today. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $65,897 in 2021 to $75,084 more recently. Income growth outran rent by about 16.8 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 35,313 to 35,989 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.9% change. About 56.6% of households rent today, against 54.1% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Midvale, UT market of 2022.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Midvale on your salary?

At $1,529/mo, how Midvale rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $90,701/yr · Rent = 20.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $64,397/yr · Rent = 28.5% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $74,179/yr · Rent = 24.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $132,586/yr · Rent = 13.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $169,411/yr · Rent = 10.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,298/yr · Rent = 30.4% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $54,442/yr · Rent = 33.7% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $67,104/yr · Rent = 27.3% income

affordable

By apartment size

Midvale rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Midvale, UT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Midvale is $1,529/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,220/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,720/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,430/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,310/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($75,084/yr), Midvale ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 4.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Midvale an affordable city for renters?

Midvale is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,529/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($75,084/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Midvale falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Midvale?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $61,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,529/mo in Midvale. The local median household income is $75,084/yr, meaning the typical Midvale household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Midvale?

Rent in Midvale has decreased 4.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Midvale rent compare to other cities in Utah?

Midvale is one of the more affordable cities in Utah for rent, ranking #45 out of 56 tracked cities at $1,529/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Midvale?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Midvale ($1,529/mo): Taylorsville ($1,417/mo), Murray ($1,461/mo).

What percentage of Midvale residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 56.6% of Midvale households are renters, while 43.4% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Midvale has a strong rental market.