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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Haines City, FL is $2,018. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Haines City cheaper than other Florida cities?

Haines City falls in the middle range for Florida, ranking #180 out of 288 cities at $2,018/mo.

When was Haines City rent data last updated?

Haines City 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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Haines City

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Pop. 34,234·180th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Haines City, FL

Median rent (all units)

$2,018/mo

Year-over-Year

-1.7%

Month-over-Month

+2.8%

vs US Median

+$53

Rising (Monthly)

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Haines City · $2,018

More expensive than 60% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

67/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 8% below what Haines City's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,018/mo

Expected by trend

$2,203/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,020

1 BR

$1,030

2 BR

$1,260

3 BR

$1,690

4 BR+

$2,120

Research median

$1,260/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

$24,216/yr

At $2,018/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (1.7% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (-1.7% YoY, +2.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Haines City, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

34,234

Median income

$65,975

Median age

Renters

29%

Age distribution

24%

21.4%

29.6%

14.6%

Under 1824%

18–3421.4%

35–5429.6%

55–6410.4%

65+14.6%

Gender

49.6%

50.4%

Male49.6%

Female50.4%

Race & ethnicity

29.3%

24.9%

49.8%

White29.3%

Black24.9%

Hispanic49.8%

Asian1.7%

Education (25+)

17.5%

33.5%

29.4%

19.7%

No HS diploma17.5%

HS diploma33.5%

Some college29.4%

Bachelor's+19.7%

Housing tenure

71%

29%

Owner71%

Renter29%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Haines City, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,701 → $2,018

up 18.6%

Income

$50,280 → $65,975

up 31.2%

Population

26,510 → 34,234

up 29.1%

Renter share

34.4% → 29%

-5.4 pts

Bachelor's+

16% → 19.7%

+3.7 pts

Median age

37.3 → 38

+0.7 yrs

Rent in Haines City, FL has climbed 18.6% since 2022, going from about $1,701 per month to roughly $2,018 today. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $50,280 in 2021 to $65,975 more recently. Income growth outran rent by about 12.6 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 26,510 to 34,234 between 2021 and 2024, a 29.1% change. About 29% of households rent today, against 34.4% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 16% to 19.7%. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Haines City, FL market of 2022.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Haines City on your salary?

At $2,018/mo, how Haines City rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 27.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 38.8% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 33.7% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 18.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 14.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 41.5% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 45.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 37.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Haines City rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Haines City, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Haines City is $2,018/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,020/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,260/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,030/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,690/mo.

At 37% of local median household income ($65,975/yr), Haines City ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Haines City an affordable city for renters?

Haines City is considered moderate for renters. At $2,018/mo, rent takes approximately 37% of the local median household income ($65,975/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Haines City slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

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

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $81,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,018/mo in Haines City. The local median household income is $65,975/yr, meaning the typical Haines City household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Haines City?

Rent in Haines City has decreased 1.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

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

Haines City is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #180 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,018/mo.

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

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Haines City ($2,018/mo): Winter Haven ($1,756/mo), Poinciana ($1,932/mo).

What percentage of Haines City residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 29% of Haines City households are renters, while 71% are owner-occupied. Haines City leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Haines City rent compare to the national average?

Haines City's median rent of $2,018/mo is $53 (3%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #180 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

37%

MODERATE

At $2,018/mo, rent takes ~37% of Haines City's median household income ($65,975/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Haines City 37%Benchmark 30%

State income taxNone

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