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Midland

Pop. 9,050·57th most expensive in Washington·Rental market data updated monthly for Midland, WA
Median rent (all units)
$2,029/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+6.8%
vs US Median
+$64
Rising (Monthly)
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Midland · $2,029
More expensive than 61% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
29% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,029/mo, rent takes about 29% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$81,000/yr
Local median income
$84,700/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
$1,401
1 BR
$737
2 BR
$1,590
3 BR
$1,865
4 BR+
$2,617
Research median
$1,590/mo

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

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12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$24,348/yr
At $2,029/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +6.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Midland, WA is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
9,050
Median income
$84,700
Median age
36.9
Renters
41.6%
Age distribution
25.2%
21.2%
29.8%
13.5%
Under 1825.2%
18–3421.2%
35–5429.8%
55–6410.2%
65+13.5%
Gender
51.8%
48.2%
Male51.8%
Female48.2%
Race & ethnicity
49.6%
15.3%
17.7%
White49.6%
Black15.3%
Hispanic17.7%
Asian8.6%
Other8.9%
Education (25+)
13.6%
36.6%
30.7%
19.1%
No HS diploma13.6%
HS diploma36.6%
Some college30.7%
Bachelor's+19.1%
Housing tenure
58.4%
41.6%
Owner58.4%
Renter41.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Midland, WA has changed in 5 years

Income
$54,852 → $84,700
up 54.4%
Population
9,448 → 9,050
down 4.2%
Renter share
43.2% → 41.6%
-1.6 pts
Bachelor's+
11.3% → 19.1%
+7.8 pts
Median age
33.6 → 36.9
+3.3 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $54,852 to $84,700 across the same window, up 54.4% versus 2021. Census counts show Midland, WA losing about 398 residents over the five-year window, down 4.2% on net. The renter share has eased from 43.2% to 41.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 11.3% to 19.1% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

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At $2,029/mo, how Midland rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Midland rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Midland, WA

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Midland is $2,029/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,401/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,590/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $737/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,865/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($84,700/yr), Midland ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Midland an affordable city for renters?

Midland is considered affordable for renters. At $2,029/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($84,700/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 $81,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,029/mo in Midland. The local median household income is $84,700/yr, meaning the typical Midland household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Midland?

Rent in Midland has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Midland rent compare to other cities in Washington?

Midland is middle-of-the-pack for Washington for rent, ranking #57 out of 110 tracked cities at $2,029/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Midland?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Midland ($2,029/mo): Parkland ($1,730/mo), Tacoma ($1,749/mo), Fife ($1,927/mo).

What percentage of Midland residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 41.6% of Midland households are renters, while 58.4% 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 $2,029/mo is $64 (3%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Washington, it ranks #57 out of 110 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,029/mo, rent takes ~29% of Midland's median household income ($84,700/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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