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What Is the Average Rent in Sumter County, Florida?

$1,269/month 3.6%vs 2023 ($1,225)

County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates

The median gross rent in Sumter County, Florida is $1,269/month (±$119), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $385,400 (±$9,118), and the median household income is $76,508/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.

Average Rent in Sumter County, Florida and Neighbouring Counties

Sumter County: $1,269Hernando: $1,298Lake: $1,586Citrus: $1,107Polk: $1,363Marion: $1,277$1,269$1,298$1,586$1,107$1,363$1,277

Housing Metrics for Sumter County, Florida

MetricValue
Median Gross Rent$1,269
Median Home Value$385,400
Median Household Income$76,508
Total Housing Units70,318
Renter-Occupied Units8,714
Renter-Occupied Share12%
Households Paying 50%+ Income2,666 households

Median Rent by Bedroom Count

BedroomMedian RentYoY
Studio$1,321+0.0%
1 BR$1,276+0.0%
2 BR$1,271+0.0%
3 BR$1,169+0.0%
4 BR$1,714+0.0%
5+ BR$3,501+0.0%

How does Sumter County, Florida compare?

Median gross rent ranked against all counties in Florida.

Higher rent than 45% of counties in Florida · 38th 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
… 34 more …
38Sumter County(you are here)$1,269
… 26 more …
65Calhoun County$779
66Hamilton County$724
67Dixie County$695

Frequently asked questions

What is the average rent in Sumter County, Florida?

The median gross rent in Sumter County, Florida is $1,269/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 Sumter County, Florida?

The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Sumter County, Florida is $1,271/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$133. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.

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

The median home value in Sumter County, Florida is $385,400 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).

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

In Sumter County, Florida, 2,666 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 Sumter County, Florida?

The median household income in Sumter County, Florida is $76,508/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 $1,269 has a margin of error of ±$119. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.

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