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Avon Park

Pop. 10,057·271st most expensive in Florida·Avon Park rents are up 27.8% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,619/mo
Year-over-Year
+27.8%
Month-over-Month
+14.3%
vs US Median
-$343
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Avon Park · $1,619
More affordable than 68% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
53% of income
EXPENSIVE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,619/mo, rent takes about 53% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$65,000/yr
Local median income
$36,485/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Avon Park's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$910
1 BR
$920
2 BR
$1,160
3 BR
$1,520
4 BR+
$1,910
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,160/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,619 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$19,428/yr
At $1,619/mo median
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Rents are up 27.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+27.8% YoY, +14.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Avon Park, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
10,057
Median income
$36,485
Median age
49.5
Renters
41.3%
Age distribution
15.1%
19.9%
21.1%
12.1%
31.8%
Under 1815.1%
18–3419.9%
35–5421.1%
55–6412.1%
65+31.8%
Gender
49.2%
50.8%
Male49.2%
Female50.8%
Race & ethnicity
42.8%
27.1%
33.5%
White42.8%
Black27.1%
Hispanic33.5%
Asian0.5%
Education (25+)
20.3%
34.2%
34.8%
No HS diploma20.3%
HS diploma34.2%
Some college34.8%
Bachelor's+10.7%
Housing tenure
58.7%
41.3%
Owner58.7%
Renter41.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Avon Park, FL has changed in 5 years

Income
$32,518 → $36,485
up 12.2%
Population
9,725 → 10,057
up 3.4%
Renter share
41.9% → 41.3%
-0.6 pts
Bachelor's+
12.5% → 10.7%
-1.8 pts
Median age
41.7 → 49.5
+7.8 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $36,485 today, compared with $32,518 five years earlier. The population has grown by 3.4% since 2021, moving from about 9,725 residents to roughly 10,057.

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Avon Park rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Avon Park. Click any size for full breakdown.

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About renting in Avon Park, FL

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Avon Park is $1,619/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $910/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,160/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $920/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,520/mo.

At 53% of local median household income ($36,485/yr), Avon Park ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 27.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Avon Park an affordable city for renters?

Avon Park is considered expensive for renters. At $1,619/mo, rent takes approximately 53% of the local median household income ($36,485/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Avon Park significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Avon Park?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $65,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,619/mo in Avon Park. The local median household income is $36,485/yr, meaning the typical Avon Park household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Avon Park?

Rent in Avon Park has increased 27.8% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Avon Park rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Avon Park is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #271 out of 291 tracked cities at $1,619/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Avon Park?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Avon Park ($1,619/mo): Lake Placid ($1,452/mo), Sebring ($1,542/mo).

What percentage of Avon Park residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 41.3% of Avon Park households are renters, while 58.7% are owner-occupied. Avon Park leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Avon Park rent compare to the national average?

Avon Park's median rent of $1,619/mo is $343 (17%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #271 out of 291 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
53%
EXPENSIVE

At $1,619/mo, rent takes ~53% of Avon Park's median household income ($36,485/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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