How much does it cost to rent in Fort Pierce, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Fort Pierce, FL is $1,955. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Fort Pierce cheaper than other Florida cities?

Fort Pierce is among the more affordable cities in Florida, ranking #196 out of 288 cities at $1,955/mo.

When was Fort Pierce rent data last updated?

Fort Pierce 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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Fort Pierce

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Pop. 49,082·196th most expensive in Florida·Fort Pierce rents are up 9.3% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,955/mo

Year-over-Year

+9.3%

Month-over-Month

+2.5%

vs US Median

-$10

Rising (Monthly)

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Fort Pierce · $1,955

More expensive than 56% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

52/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Fort Pierce's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$1,955/mo

Expected by trend

$1,971/mo

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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,160

1 BR

$1,160

2 BR

$1,420

3 BR

$1,960

4 BR+

$2,190

Research median

$1,420/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

$23,460/yr

At $1,955/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 9.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+9.3% YoY, +2.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Fort Pierce, FL is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

49,082

Median income

$47,072

Median age

37.2

Renters

50.5%

Age distribution

25.2%

22.5%

19.9%

20.8%

Under 1825.2%

18–3422.5%

35–5419.9%

55–6411.6%

65+20.8%

Gender

47.4%

52.6%

Male47.4%

Female52.6%

Race & ethnicity

34.3%

43.6%

20.6%

White34.3%

Black43.6%

Hispanic20.6%

Asian2.1%

Education (25+)

23.5%

27.6%

30.2%

18.7%

No HS diploma23.5%

HS diploma27.6%

Some college30.2%

Bachelor's+18.7%

Housing tenure

49.5%

50.5%

Owner49.5%

Renter50.5%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Fort Pierce, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,542 → $1,955

up 26.8%

Income

$40,323 → $47,072

up 16.7%

Population

46,409 → 49,082

up 5.8%

Renter share

53.1% → 50.5%

-2.6 pts

Bachelor's+

17.6% → 18.7%

+1.1 pts

Median age

39 → 37.2

-1.8 yrs

Rent in Fort Pierce, FL has climbed 26.8% since 2022, going from about $1,542 per month to roughly $1,955 today. On the earnings side, the typical household in Fort Pierce, FL now reports about $47,072, up from $40,323 in 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 10.1 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 46,409 to 49,082 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.8% change. About 50.5% of households rent today, against 53.1% in 2021. For context, the 2022 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Fort Pierce, FL reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Fort Pierce on your salary?

At $1,955/mo, how Fort Pierce rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 26.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 37.6% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 32.6% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 18.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 14.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 40.2% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 44.5% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 36.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Fort Pierce rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Fort Pierce, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Fort Pierce is $1,955/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,160/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,420/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,160/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,960/mo.

At 50% of local median household income ($47,072/yr), Fort Pierce ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fort Pierce an affordable city for renters?

Fort Pierce is considered stretched for renters. At $1,955/mo, rent takes approximately 50% of the local median household income ($47,072/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fort Pierce significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Fort Pierce?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $78,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,955/mo in Fort Pierce. The local median household income is $47,072/yr, meaning the typical Fort Pierce household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fort Pierce?

Rent in Fort Pierce has increased 9.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Fort Pierce neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Fort Pierce are 34950 ($1,694/mo), 34982 ($1,855/mo), and 34947 ($1,896/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Fort Pierce is $1,955/mo.

How does Fort Pierce rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Fort Pierce is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #196 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,955/mo.

What percentage of Fort Pierce residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 50.5% of Fort Pierce households are renters, while 49.5% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Fort Pierce has a strong rental market.

How does Fort Pierce rent compare to the national average?

Fort Pierce's median rent of $1,955/mo is $10 (1%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #196 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

50%

STRETCHED

At $1,955/mo, rent takes ~50% of Fort Pierce's median household income ($47,072/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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