Special Interest
Housing in Midland County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Midland County averages $1,016/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Michigan median of $1,129 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 32% of household income on rent, equal to the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Midland County FMR Area are $954 for a studio, $973 for 1‑bedroom, $1,255 for 2‑bedroom, $1,597 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,769 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $239 increase for a 2-bedroom in Midland County shows a 24% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Midland County was 4.5% in 2024, compared to Michigan at 4.7% and the national rate of 4.0%.
