Affordable Alternatives to Midland
Cities ranked by lifestyle match — walkability, job market, and cost of living — not just the cheapest price tag.
COL Index93100 = US avg
1BR Rent$1,200/mo
Walk Score18/100
State Income TaxNone
Best overall alternatives
Ranked by lifestyle match: savings potential, walkability, and economic opportunity — not just cheapest price.
Best Match
🤠 Killeen
Texas, TX
11% cheaper
vs. Midland
COL 83
100 = US avg
1BR rent$1,050/mo
Monthly savings$150/mo
Walk score18/100
Median income$50K/yr
🤠 Corpus Christi
Texas, TX
11% cheaper
vs. Midland
COL 83
100 = US avg
1BR rent$1,100/mo
Monthly savings$100/mo
Walk score20/100
Median income$52K/yr
Moving to Killeen saves you $150/mo. Put it to work while you plan.
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Midland at a glance
93
COL index
100 = US avg
$1,200
1BR rent
per month
$290K
Home price
median
None
State tax
income
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COL data: Numbeo, Zillow, BLS · Walk scores: Walk Score® · Q1 2026 · For general guidance only