City Report · FL

Callaway

Pop. 13,496·245th most expensive in Florida·Callaway rents have dropped 6.8%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,759/mo
Year-over-Year
-6.8%
Month-over-Month
+2.0%
vs US Median
-$206
Rising (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss Callaway rents
Most AffordableMost Expensive
Callaway · $1,759
More affordable than 57% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
66/100
Good value
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 8% below what Callaway's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,759/mo
Expected by trend
$1,909/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Callaway's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,116
1 BR
$1,207
2 BR
$1,319
3 BR
$1,947
4 BR+
$1,488
Research median
$1,319/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$21,108/yr
At $1,759/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 6.8% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-6.8% YoY, +2.0% MoM), not inventory.
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Demographics

Who lives here

Callaway, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 24.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
13,496
Median income
$65,609
Median age
35.2
Renters
41.3%
Age distribution
23.8%
25.8%
23.2%
15.3%
Under 1823.8%
18–3425.8%
35–5423.2%
55–6415.3%
65+11.9%
Gender
52.9%
47.1%
Male52.9%
Female47.1%
Race & ethnicity
59.2%
20.5%
13.7%
White59.2%
Black20.5%
Hispanic13.7%
Asian4.3%
Other2.3%
Education (25+)
12.3%
27.7%
35.4%
24.6%
No HS diploma12.3%
HS diploma27.7%
Some college35.4%
Bachelor's+24.6%
Housing tenure
58.7%
41.3%
Owner58.7%
Renter41.3%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Callaway, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,563 → $1,759
up 12.5%
Income
$55,543 → $65,609
up 18.1%
Population
13,656 → 13,496
down 1.2%
Renter share
38.7% → 41.3%
+2.6 pts
Bachelor's+
14.9% → 24.6%
+9.7 pts
Median age
40.4 → 35.2
-5.2 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Callaway, FL paid around $1,563 a month. That figure now sits near $1,759, up 12.5% from the 2022 baseline. Median household income climbed from $55,543 to $65,609 between 2021 and 2024, a 18.1% shift. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Callaway, FL losing about 160 residents over the five-year window, down 1.2% on net. The renter share has risen from 38.7% to 41.3%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 14.9% to 24.6% across the same window. Taken together, the five-year picture in Callaway, 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.

Community

Discussions about Callaway

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

View Callaway rent history (2015–2026) →
Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Callaway on your salary?

At $1,759/mo, how Callaway rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Callaway rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Callaway

About renting in Callaway, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Callaway is $1,759/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,116/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,319/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,207/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,947/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($65,609/yr), Callaway ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 6.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Callaway an affordable city for renters?

Callaway is considered moderate for renters. At $1,759/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($65,609/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Callaway slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Callaway?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $70,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,759/mo in Callaway. The local median household income is $65,609/yr, meaning the typical Callaway household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Callaway?

Rent in Callaway has decreased 6.8% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Callaway rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Callaway is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #245 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,759/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Callaway?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Callaway ($1,759/mo): Springfield ($1,367/mo), Panama City Beach ($1,666/mo), Panama City ($1,744/mo).

What percentage of Callaway residents rent vs. own?

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

How does Callaway rent compare to the national average?

Callaway's median rent of $1,759/mo is $206 (10%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #245 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
32%
MODERATE

At $1,759/mo, rent takes ~32% of Callaway's median household income ($65,609/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Callaway 32%Benchmark 30%
State income taxNone
Run the Callaway affordability calculator →
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Neighborhoods

Estimated from ZIP-level data

Schools nearby

Public schools near Callaway, FL

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for Callaway.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.