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Brandon

Pop. 119,767·267th most expensive in Florida·Brandon rents have dropped 9.8%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,639/mo
Year-over-Year
-9.8%
Month-over-Month
-5.5%
vs US Median
-$326
Falling (Monthly)
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Brandon · $1,639
More affordable than 66% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
90/100
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Rents are 20% below what Brandon's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,639/mo
Expected by trend
$2,045/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,206
1 BR
$1,299
2 BR
$1,524
3 BR
$1,952
4 BR+
$2,373
Research median
$1,524/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$19,668/yr
At $1,639/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
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Rents are down 9.8% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-9.8% YoY, -5.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Brandon, FL is majority owner-occupied, 33.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
119,767
Median income
$79,685
Median age
37.3
Renters
43.8%
Age distribution
21.2%
25.4%
26.9%
12.2%
14.4%
Under 1821.2%
18–3425.4%
35–5426.9%
55–6412.2%
65+14.4%
Gender
48.5%
51.5%
Male48.5%
Female51.5%
Race & ethnicity
48.3%
17.9%
30.9%
White48.3%
Black17.9%
Hispanic30.9%
Asian4.4%
Education (25+)
25.8%
30.6%
33.8%
No HS diploma9.9%
HS diploma25.8%
Some college30.6%
Bachelor's+33.8%
Housing tenure
56.2%
43.8%
Owner56.2%
Renter43.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Brandon, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,323 → $1,639
up 23.9%
Income
$64,401 → $79,685
up 23.7%
Population
115,330 → 119,767
up 3.8%
Renter share
46.2% → 43.8%
-2.4 pts
Bachelor's+
33.1% → 33.8%
+0.7 pts

Compared with 2021, rent in Brandon, FL has increased by $316 per month, settling near $1,639 after starting the period at $1,323. Median household income grew from $64,401 to $79,685 between 2021 and 2024, a 23.7% shift. Headcount in the area went from 115,330 to 119,767 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.8% change. About 43.8% of households rent today, against 46.2% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Brandon, FL reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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About renting in Brandon, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Brandon is $1,639/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,206/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,524/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,299/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,952/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($79,685/yr), Brandon ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 9.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Brandon an affordable city for renters?

Brandon is considered affordable for renters. At $1,639/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($79,685/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Brandon falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Brandon?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $66,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,639/mo in Brandon. The local median household income is $79,685/yr, meaning the typical Brandon household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Brandon?

Rent in Brandon has decreased 9.8% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Brandon neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Brandon are 33511 ($1,630/mo), and 33510 ($1,684/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Brandon is $1,639/mo.

How does Brandon rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Brandon is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #267 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,639/mo.

What percentage of Brandon residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 43.8% of Brandon households are renters, while 56.2% are owner-occupied. Brandon leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Brandon rent compare to the national average?

Brandon's median rent of $1,639/mo is $326 (17%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #267 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
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At $1,639/mo, rent takes ~25% of Brandon's median household income ($79,685/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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