How much does it cost to rent in Brooksville, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Brooksville, FL is $1,574. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Brooksville cheaper than other Florida cities?

Brooksville is among the more affordable cities in Florida, ranking #279 out of 288 cities at $1,574/mo.

When was Brooksville rent data last updated?

Brooksville rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · FL

Brooksville

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Pop. 9,457·279th most expensive in Florida·Brooksville rents have dropped 8.9%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$1,574/mo

Year-over-Year

-8.9%

Month-over-Month

Stable

vs US Median

-$391

Stable (Monthly)

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Brooksville · $1,574

More affordable than 71% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

81/100

Great value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 16% below what Brooksville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,574/mo

Expected by trend

$1,863/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Brooksville's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,245

1 BR

$1,343

2 BR

$1,578

3 BR

$2,020

4 BR+

$2,458

Research median

$1,578/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

$18,888/yr

At $1,574/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 8.9% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-8.9% YoY, -0.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Brooksville, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

9,457

Median income

$54,926

Median age

47.8

Renters

37.3%

Age distribution

14.7%

23.7%

17.7%

15.1%

28.9%

Under 1814.7%

18–3423.7%

35–5417.7%

55–6415.1%

65+28.9%

Gender

48.7%

51.3%

Male48.7%

Female51.3%

Race & ethnicity

67.1%

12.4%

15.1%

White67.1%

Black12.4%

Hispanic15.1%

Other5.3%

Education (25+)

34.2%

34%

21.8%

No HS diploma10%

HS diploma34.2%

Some college34%

Bachelor's+21.8%

Housing tenure

62.7%

37.3%

Owner62.7%

Renter37.3%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Brooksville, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,512 → $1,574

up 4.1%

Income

$35,191 → $54,926

up 56.1%

Population

8,735 → 9,457

up 8.3%

Renter share

44.1% → 37.3%

-6.8 pts

Bachelor's+

21.8% → 21.8%

+0.0 pts

Median age

50.6 → 47.8

-2.8 yrs

Since 2023, the typical rent in Brooksville, FL has climbed from $1,512 to $1,574, a 4.1% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $35,191 in 2021 to $54,926 more recently. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 8.3% since 2021, moving from about 8,735 residents to roughly 9,457. Renters now make up 37.3% of households, compared with 44.1% five years ago. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Brooksville, FL market of 2023.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Brooksville on your salary?

At $1,574/mo, how Brooksville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 21.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 30.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 26.3% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 14.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 11.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 32.3% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 35.8% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 29.1% income

affordable

By apartment size

Brooksville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Brooksville, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Brooksville is $1,574/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,245/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,578/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,343/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,020/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($54,926/yr), Brooksville ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 8.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Brooksville an affordable city for renters?

Brooksville is considered moderate for renters. At $1,574/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($54,926/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Brooksville slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Brooksville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $63,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,574/mo in Brooksville. The local median household income is $54,926/yr, meaning the typical Brooksville household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Brooksville?

Rent in Brooksville has decreased 8.9% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Brooksville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Brooksville are 34601 ($1,361/mo), 34604 ($1,731/mo), and 34602 ($1,850/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Brooksville is $1,574/mo.

How does Brooksville rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Brooksville is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #279 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,574/mo.

What percentage of Brooksville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37.3% of Brooksville households are renters, while 62.7% are owner-occupied. Brooksville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Brooksville rent compare to the national average?

Brooksville's median rent of $1,574/mo is $391 (20%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #279 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

34%

MODERATE

At $1,574/mo, rent takes ~34% of Brooksville's median household income ($54,926/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Brooksville 34%Benchmark 30%

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