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What Is the Average Rent in DeSoto County, Florida?

$932/month 2.4%vs 2023 ($910)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in DeSoto County, Florida is $932/month (±$57), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $174,100 (±$12,130), and the median household income is $54,417/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in DeSoto County, Florida and Neighbouring Counties

DeSoto County: $932Hardee: $962Charlotte: $1,464Sarasota: $1,818Highlands: $1,035Manatee: $1,671$932$962$1,464$1,818$1,035$1,671

Housing Metrics for DeSoto County, Florida

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$932
Median Home Value$174,100
Median Household Income$54,417
Total Housing Units12,824
Renter-Occupied Units3,524
Renter-Occupied Share27%
Households Paying 50%+ Income784 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$597+0.0%
1 BR$767+0.0%
2 BR$888+0.0%
3 BR$1,107+0.0%
4 BR$1,472+0.0%

How does DeSoto County, Florida compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Florida.

Higher rent than 27% of counties in Florida · 50th of 67

Cheapest: Calhoun County($779)
Priciest: Monroe County($1,999)
#CountyValue
1Monroe County$1,999
2St. Johns County$1,922
3Palm Beach County$1,916
… 46 more …
50DeSoto County(you are here)$932
… 14 more …
65Calhoun County$779
66Hamilton County$724
67Dixie County$695

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in DeSoto County, Florida?

The median gross rent in DeSoto County, Florida is $932/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in DeSoto County, Florida?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in DeSoto County, Florida is $888/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$78. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

What is the median home value in DeSoto County, Florida?

The median home value in DeSoto County, Florida is $174,100 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

What percentage of renters in DeSoto County are rent-burdened?

In DeSoto County, Florida, 784 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.

What is the median household income in DeSoto County, Florida?

The median household income in DeSoto County, Florida is $54,417/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?

The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $932 has a margin of error of ±$57. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau. Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, public domain.