How much does it cost to rent in Cocoa Beach, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Cocoa Beach, FL is $2,247. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Cocoa Beach cheaper than other Florida cities?

Cocoa Beach falls in the middle range for Florida, ranking #123 out of 288 cities at $2,247/mo.

When was Cocoa Beach rent data last updated?

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

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Cocoa Beach

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Pop. 11,377·123rd most expensive in Florida·Cocoa Beach rents have dropped 17.4%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$2,247/mo

Year-over-Year

-17.4%

Month-over-Month

+0.9%

vs US Median

+$282

Rising (Monthly)

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Cocoa Beach · $2,247

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

Rent Reality Score

86/100

Great value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 18% below what Cocoa Beach's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,247/mo

Expected by trend

$2,740/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,340

1 BR

$1,570

2 BR

$1,820

3 BR

$2,480

4 BR+

$2,830

Research median

$1,820/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

$26,964/yr

At $2,247/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 17.4% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-17.4% YoY, +0.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Cocoa Beach, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 49.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

11,377

Median income

$87,990

Median age

59.2

Renters

21.2%

Age distribution

20.2%

25.2%

36.3%

Under 189.2%

18–349.1%

35–5420.2%

55–6425.2%

65+36.3%

Gender

52.2%

47.8%

Male52.2%

Female47.8%

Race & ethnicity

90.1%

White90.1%

Black0.7%

Hispanic6.3%

Asian1.6%

Other1.3%

Education (25+)

16.2%

30.5%

49.7%

No HS diploma3.6%

HS diploma16.2%

Some college30.5%

Bachelor's+49.7%

Housing tenure

78.8%

21.2%

Owner78.8%

Renter21.2%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Cocoa Beach, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,198 → $2,247

up 2.2%

Income

$73,901 → $87,990

up 19.1%

Population

11,316 → 11,377

up 0.5%

Renter share

28.6% → 21.2%

-7.4 pts

Bachelor's+

48.7% → 49.7%

+1.0 pts

Median age

57.9 → 59.2

+1.3 yrs

Since 2022, the typical rent in Cocoa Beach, FL has increased from $2,198 to $2,247, a 2.2% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $73,901 to $87,990 across the same window, up 19.1% versus 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. Renters now make up 21.2% of households, compared with 28.6% five years ago. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Cocoa Beach, FL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Cocoa Beach on your salary?

At $2,247/mo, how Cocoa Beach rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 30.7% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 43.2% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 37.5% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 21% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 16.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 46.2% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 51.1% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 41.5% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Cocoa Beach rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Cocoa Beach, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Cocoa Beach is $2,247/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,340/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,820/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,570/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,480/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($87,990/yr), Cocoa Beach ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 17.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Cocoa Beach an affordable city for renters?

Cocoa Beach is considered moderate for renters. At $2,247/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($87,990/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Cocoa Beach slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Cocoa Beach?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $90,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,247/mo in Cocoa Beach. The local median household income is $87,990/yr, meaning the typical Cocoa Beach household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Cocoa Beach?

Rent in Cocoa Beach has decreased 17.4% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Cocoa Beach rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Cocoa Beach is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #123 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,247/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Cocoa Beach?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Cocoa Beach ($2,247/mo): Rockledge ($1,935/mo), Cape Canaveral ($2,051/mo), Merritt Island ($2,092/mo).

What percentage of Cocoa Beach residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 21.2% of Cocoa Beach households are renters, while 78.8% are owner-occupied. Cocoa Beach leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Cocoa Beach rent compare to the national average?

Cocoa Beach's median rent of $2,247/mo is $282 (14%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #123 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

31%

MODERATE

At $2,247/mo, rent takes ~31% of Cocoa Beach's median household income ($87,990/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Cocoa Beach 31%Benchmark 30%

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