Midland

Midland, MI Area Guide

Avg Rent

$937

Population

42,891

Renter Mix

34% Rent

A lively community that embodies Midwestern charm

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Midland anchors the western point of Michigan’s Tri-Cities triangle, connecting to Bay City and Saginaw while maintaining its distinct identity shaped by Dow Chemical Company’s 1897 founding. Downtown Main Street pulses with specialty shops, local restaurants, and a farmers’ market along the Tittabawassee River. The Tridge, a three-way footbridge where river channels meet, links downtown to Towsley Dike and Chippewassee Parks, making it easy to go from coffee shops to riverside trails in minutes. Northwood University adds academic presence and keeps the arts calendar stocked year-round.

Renters find diverse options, from cozy apartments in tree-lined neighborhoods to spacious townhomes near golf courses and green spaces. The rental market offers better accessibility than larger Michigan metros, delivering solid value without sacrificing comfort. Studios, one-bedrooms, and multi-bedroom layouts provide flexibility for those putting down roots or just getting started.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$68,384

Average: $97,659

Education

15,868

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

20,294

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

41 Years

Largest Age Group

30-39 Years

Approximately 14% of Residents

Under 20

23%

Over 65

21%

Housing Distribution

Midland has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
34%
Non-Renters
66%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
32%
Other Education
68%

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Midland, MI is $630 for a studio, $940 for one bedroom, $1,140 for two bedrooms, and $1,427 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Midland has increased by 6.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$940/month
535 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

50 / 100

Very Drivable

Drivability

80 / 100

Moderately Bikeable

Bikeability

60 / 100

Schools

Woodcrest Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

586 Students

Siebert School

Public

Grades K-5

605 Students

Pine River Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

238 Students

Adams Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

475 Students

Plymouth Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

439 Students

Jefferson Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

903 Students

Northeast Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

856 Students

Bullock Creek Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

371 Students

Mcesa And Sugnet School Classroom Programs

Public

Grades PK-12

146 Students

Midland High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,156 Students

H.H. Dow High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,268 Students

Bullock Creek High School

Public

Grades 9-12

490 Students

Windover High School

Public

Grades 9-12

61 Students

Mcesa And Sugnet School Classroom Programs

Public

Grades PK-12

146 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Currie-Bennett Park
  • Alden Dow Museum of Science and Art
  • Central Park and Nicholson-Guenther Band Shell
  • Dow Gardens
  • Barstow Woods Park

Military Bases

Airports

  • MBS International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.