How much does it cost to rent in Fleming Island, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Fleming Island, FL is $1,871. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Fleming Island cheaper than other Florida cities?

Fleming Island is among the more affordable cities in Florida, ranking #219 out of 288 cities at $1,871/mo.

When was Fleming Island rent data last updated?

Fleming Island 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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Fleming Island

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Pop. 29,766·219th most expensive in Florida·Fleming Island rents are up 11.2% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,871/mo

Year-over-Year

+11.2%

Month-over-Month

+3.2%

vs US Median

-$94

Rising (Monthly)

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Fleming Island · $1,871

More expensive than 51% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

51/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Fleming Island's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$1,871/mo

Expected by trend

$1,883/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,400

1 BR

$1,473

2 BR

$1,750

3 BR

$2,187

4 BR+

$2,771

Research median

$1,750/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

$22,452/yr

At $1,871/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 11.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+11.2% YoY, +3.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Fleming Island, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 49.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

29,766

Median income

$116,611

Median age

47.7

Renters

14.7%

Age distribution

19.1%

17.1%

26.1%

15.7%

22%

Under 1819.1%

18–3417.1%

35–5426.1%

55–6415.7%

65+22%

Gender

49.6%

50.4%

Male49.6%

Female50.4%

Race & ethnicity

79.9%

White79.9%

Black3.8%

Hispanic11.2%

Asian4.2%

Other0.8%

Education (25+)

17.2%

30.4%

49.6%

No HS diploma2.9%

HS diploma17.2%

Some college30.4%

Bachelor's+49.6%

Housing tenure

85.3%

14.7%

Owner85.3%

Renter14.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Fleming Island, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,318 → $1,871

up 42.0%

Income

$103,019 → $116,611

up 13.2%

Population

29,505 → 29,766

up 0.9%

Renter share

13.6% → 14.7%

+1.1 pts

Bachelor's+

46.9% → 49.6%

+2.7 pts

Median age

46.1 → 47.7

+1.6 yrs

The median rent in Fleming Island, FL stood at $1,318 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,871, reflecting a 42.0% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $103,019 to $116,611 across the same window, up 13.2% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 49.6% of adults here, versus 46.9% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Fleming Island, FL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Fleming Island on your salary?

At $1,871/mo, how Fleming Island rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 25.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 36% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 31.2% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 17.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 13.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 38.4% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 42.6% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 34.5% income

stretched

By apartment size

Fleming Island rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Fleming Island, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Fleming Island is $1,871/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,400/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,750/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,473/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,187/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($116,611/yr), Fleming Island ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fleming Island an affordable city for renters?

Fleming Island is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,871/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($116,611/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fleming Island falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Fleming Island?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $75,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,871/mo in Fleming Island. The local median household income is $116,611/yr, meaning the typical Fleming Island household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fleming Island?

Rent in Fleming Island has increased 11.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Fleming Island rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Fleming Island is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #219 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,871/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Fleming Island?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Fleming Island ($1,871/mo): Jacksonville ($1,600/mo), Orange Park ($1,745/mo).

What percentage of Fleming Island residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 14.7% of Fleming Island households are renters, while 85.3% are owner-occupied. Fleming Island leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Fleming Island rent compare to the national average?

Fleming Island's median rent of $1,871/mo is $94 (5%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #219 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

19%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,871/mo, rent takes ~19% of Fleming Island's median household income ($116,611/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Fleming Island 19%Benchmark 30%

State income taxNone

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