How much does it cost to rent in Doctor Phillips, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Doctor Phillips, FL is $2,495. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Doctor Phillips cheaper than other Florida cities?

Doctor Phillips is one of the pricier cities in Florida, ranking #71 out of 288 cities tracked at $2,495/mo.

When was Doctor Phillips rent data last updated?

Doctor Phillips 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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Doctor Phillips

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Pop. 12,984·71st most expensive in Florida·Doctor Phillips rents are up 10.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,495/mo

Year-over-Year

+10.7%

Month-over-Month

-6.3%

vs US Median

+$530

Falling (Monthly)

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Doctor Phillips · $2,495

More expensive than 80% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

74/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 12% below what Doctor Phillips's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,495/mo

Expected by trend

$2,827/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,880

1 BR

$1,980

2 BR

$2,250

3 BR

$2,860

4 BR+

$3,400

Research median

$2,250/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

$29,940/yr

At $2,495/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+10.7% YoY, -6.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Doctor Phillips, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 54.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

12,984

Median income

$103,950

Median age

45.3

Renters

32.9%

Age distribution

13.6%

23.3%

23%

16.7%

23.4%

Under 1813.6%

18–3423.3%

35–5423%

55–6416.7%

65+23.4%

Gender

46.6%

53.4%

Male46.6%

Female53.4%

Race & ethnicity

55.6%

12.4%

14.2%

White55.6%

Black9.9%

Hispanic12.4%

Asian14.2%

Other7.8%

Education (25+)

15.2%

25%

54.8%

No HS diploma5%

HS diploma15.2%

Some college25%

Bachelor's+54.8%

Housing tenure

67.1%

32.9%

Owner67.1%

Renter32.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Doctor Phillips, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,807 → $2,495

up 38.1%

Income

$94,909 → $103,950

up 9.5%

Population

12,368 → 12,984

up 5.0%

Renter share

28.2% → 32.9%

+4.7 pts

Bachelor's+

48.6% → 54.8%

+6.2 pts

Median age

43.9 → 45.3

+1.4 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in Doctor Phillips, FL has climbed by $688 per month, settling near $2,495 after starting the period at $1,807. On the earnings side, the typical household in Doctor Phillips, FL now reports about $103,950, up from $94,909 in 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 28.6 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 12,368 to 12,984 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.0% change. About 32.9% of households rent today, against 28.2% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 48.6% to 54.8%. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Doctor Phillips, FL reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Doctor Phillips on your salary?

At $2,495/mo, how Doctor Phillips rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 34.1% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 48% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 41.7% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 23.3% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 18.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 51.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 56.8% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 46.1% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Doctor Phillips rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Doctor Phillips

About renting in Doctor Phillips, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Doctor Phillips is $2,495/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,880/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,250/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,980/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,860/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($103,950/yr), Doctor Phillips ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Doctor Phillips an affordable city for renters?

Doctor Phillips is considered affordable for renters. At $2,495/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($103,950/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Doctor Phillips falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Doctor Phillips?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $100,000/year (~$48/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,495/mo in Doctor Phillips. The local median household income is $103,950/yr, meaning the typical Doctor Phillips household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Doctor Phillips?

Rent in Doctor Phillips has increased 10.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Doctor Phillips rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Doctor Phillips is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #71 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,495/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Doctor Phillips?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Doctor Phillips ($2,495/mo): Orlando ($1,904/mo), Pine Hills ($1,941/mo), Kissimmee ($2,046/mo).

What percentage of Doctor Phillips residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.9% of Doctor Phillips households are renters, while 67.1% are owner-occupied. Doctor Phillips leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Doctor Phillips rent compare to the national average?

Doctor Phillips's median rent of $2,495/mo is $530 (27%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #71 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

29%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,495/mo, rent takes ~29% of Doctor Phillips's median household income ($103,950/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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