How much does it cost to rent in Cooper City, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Cooper City, FL is $3,774. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Cooper City cheaper than other Florida cities?

Cooper City is one of the pricier cities in Florida, ranking #14 out of 288 cities tracked at $3,774/mo.

When was Cooper City rent data last updated?

Cooper City 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

Cooper City

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Pop. 34,660·14th most expensive in Florida·Cooper City rents are up 8.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,774/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.7%

Month-over-Month

+1.6%

vs US Median

+$1,809

Rising (Monthly)

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Cooper City · $3,774

More expensive than 97% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

43/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% above what Cooper City's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$3,774/mo

Expected by trend

$3,654/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

1 BR

$2,275

2 BR

$2,439

3 BR

$2,906

4 BR+

$3,390

Research median

$2,439/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

$45,288/yr

At $3,774/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 8.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.7% YoY, +1.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Cooper City, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 53.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

34,660

Median income

$132,319

Median age

40.6

Renters

14.1%

Age distribution

25.4%

16.9%

29.3%

12.4%

16%

Under 1825.4%

18–3416.9%

35–5429.3%

55–6412.4%

65+16%

Gender

49.6%

50.4%

Male49.6%

Female50.4%

Race & ethnicity

57.6%

30.7%

White57.6%

Black6.1%

Hispanic30.7%

Asian5.9%

Education (25+)

16%

25.8%

53.5%

No HS diploma4.7%

HS diploma16%

Some college25.8%

Bachelor's+53.5%

Housing tenure

85.9%

14.1%

Owner85.9%

Renter14.1%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Cooper City, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$3,086 → $3,774

up 22.3%

Income

$113,147 → $132,319

up 16.9%

Population

33,867 → 34,660

up 2.3%

Renter share

14.5% → 14.1%

-0.4 pts

Bachelor's+

46.6% → 53.5%

+6.9 pts

Median age

40.1 → 40.6

+0.5 yrs

The median rent in Cooper City, FL stood at $3,086 in 2022 and currently runs about $3,774, reflecting a 22.3% increase over the period. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $113,147 in 2021 to $132,319 more recently. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 2.3% since 2021, moving from about 33,867 residents to roughly 34,660. College-educated residents now make up 53.5% of adults here, versus 46.6% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Cooper City, FL market of 2022.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Cooper City on your salary?

At $3,774/mo, how Cooper City rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 51.5% income

severely rent-burdened

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 72.6% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 63% income

severely rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 35.3% income

stretched

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 27.6% income

affordable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 77.5% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 85.9% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 69.7% income

severely rent-burdened

By apartment size

Cooper City rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Cooper City, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Cooper City is $3,774/mo as of July 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $2,439/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,275/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,906/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($132,319/yr), Cooper City ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Cooper City an affordable city for renters?

Cooper City is considered moderate for renters. At $3,774/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($132,319/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Cooper City slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Cooper City?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $151,000/year (~$73/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,774/mo in Cooper City. The local median household income is $132,319/yr, meaning the typical Cooper City household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Cooper City?

Rent in Cooper City has increased 8.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Cooper City rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Cooper City is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #14 out of 288 tracked cities at $3,774/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Cooper City?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Cooper City ($3,774/mo): West Park ($2,284/mo), Davie ($2,450/mo), Plantation ($2,514/mo).

What percentage of Cooper City residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 14.1% of Cooper City households are renters, while 85.9% are owner-occupied. Cooper City leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Cooper City rent compare to the national average?

Cooper City's median rent of $3,774/mo is $1,809 (92%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #14 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

34%

MODERATE

At $3,774/mo, rent takes ~34% of Cooper City's median household income ($132,319/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Cooper City 34%Benchmark 30%

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