How much does it cost to rent in Midlothian, VA?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Midlothian, VA is $2,072. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Midlothian cheaper than other Virginia cities?

Midlothian falls in the middle range for Virginia, ranking #44 out of 83 cities at $2,072/mo.

When was Midlothian rent data last updated?

Midlothian 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 · VA

Midlothian

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Pop. 19,120·44th most expensive in Virginia·Midlothian rents are up 9.5% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,072/mo

Year-over-Year

+9.5%

Month-over-Month

+0.4%

vs US Median

+$107

Stable (Monthly)

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Midlothian · $2,072

More expensive than 63% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

52/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$2,072/mo

Expected by trend

$2,089/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Midlothian's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,780

1 BR

$1,850

2 BR

$2,050

3 BR

$2,593

4 BR+

$3,207

Research median

$2,050/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

$24,864/yr

At $2,072/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 9.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+9.5% YoY, +0.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Midlothian, VA is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 58.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

19,120

Median income

$110,084

Median age

41.8

Renters

26.5%

Age distribution

23.2%

19.2%

25%

12.3%

20.3%

Under 1823.2%

18–3419.2%

35–5425%

55–6412.3%

65+20.3%

Gender

45.7%

54.3%

Male45.7%

Female54.3%

Race & ethnicity

70.3%

13.4%

White70.3%

Black13.4%

Hispanic4.6%

Asian4.7%

Other7.1%

Education (25+)

15.4%

23.7%

58.1%

No HS diploma2.8%

HS diploma15.4%

Some college23.7%

Bachelor's+58.1%

Housing tenure

73.5%

26.5%

Owner73.5%

Renter26.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Midlothian, VA has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,549 → $2,072

up 33.8%

Income

$96,981 → $110,084

up 13.5%

Population

19,016 → 19,120

up 0.5%

Renter share

21.6% → 26.5%

+4.9 pts

Bachelor's+

53.5% → 58.1%

+4.6 pts

Median age

40.8 → 41.8

+1.0 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Midlothian, VA has increased from $1,549 to $2,072, a 33.8% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $96,981 in 2021 to $110,084 more recently. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Renters now make up 26.5% of households, compared with 21.6% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 58.1% of adults here, versus 53.5% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Midlothian, VA market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Midlothian on your salary?

At $2,072/mo, how Midlothian rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $96,370/yr · Rent = 25.8% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $68,422/yr · Rent = 36.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $78,815/yr · Rent = 31.5% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $140,872/yr · Rent = 17.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $179,999/yr · Rent = 13.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $64,066/yr · Rent = 38.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $57,844/yr · Rent = 43% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $71,298/yr · Rent = 34.9% income

stretched

By apartment size

Midlothian rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Midlothian

About renting in Midlothian, VA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Midlothian is $2,072/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,780/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,050/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,850/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,593/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($110,084/yr), Midlothian ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Midlothian an affordable city for renters?

Midlothian is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,072/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($110,084/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 $83,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,072/mo in Midlothian. The local median household income is $110,084/yr, meaning the typical Midlothian household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Midlothian?

Rent in Midlothian has increased 9.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Midlothian neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Midlothian are 23113 ($1,957/mo), 23112 ($2,174/mo), and 23114 ($2,187/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Midlothian is $2,072/mo.

How does Midlothian rent compare to other cities in Virginia?

Midlothian is middle-of-the-pack for Virginia for rent, ranking #44 out of 83 tracked cities at $2,072/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Midlothian?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Midlothian ($2,072/mo): Richmond ($1,682/mo), Henrico ($1,782/mo), Lakeside ($2,033/mo).

What percentage of Midlothian residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 26.5% of Midlothian households are renters, while 73.5% 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 $2,072/mo is $107 (5%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Virginia, it ranks #44 out of 83 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

23%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,072/mo, rent takes ~23% of Midlothian's median household income ($110,084/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Midlothian 23%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–5.75%

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