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Highland Beach

Pop. 4,311·3rd most expensive in Florida·Highland Beach rents are up 53.7% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$7,146/mo
Year-over-Year
+53.7%
Month-over-Month
+7.6%
vs US Median
+$5,184
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Highland Beach · $7,146
More expensive than 100% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Rent Reality Score
18/100
Overheated
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Rents are 16% above what Highland Beach's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$7,146/mo
Expected by trend
$6,152/mo
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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$85,752/yr
At $7,146/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 53.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+53.7% YoY, +7.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Highland Beach, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 65.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,311
Median income
$145,485
Median age
70.8
Renters
7.1%
Age distribution
15.1%
64.5%
Under 182.4%
18–347.7%
35–5410.3%
55–6415.1%
65+64.5%
Gender
46%
54%
Male46%
Female54%
Race & ethnicity
83.2%
White83.2%
Black6.7%
Hispanic6.1%
Asian1%
Other3.1%
Education (25+)
21.5%
65.4%
No HS diploma3%
HS diploma10.1%
Some college21.5%
Bachelor's+65.4%
Housing tenure
92.9%
Owner92.9%
Renter7.1%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Highland Beach, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$4,204 → $7,146
up 70.0%
Income
$125,577 → $145,485
up 15.9%
Population
4,244 → 4,311
up 1.6%
Renter share
8.9% → 7.1%
-1.8 pts
Bachelor's+
72.2% → 65.4%
-6.8 pts
Median age
69.4 → 70.8
+1.4 yrs

Since 2023, the typical rent in Highland Beach, FL has increased from $4,204 to $7,146, a 70.0% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $125,577 to $145,485 across the same window, up 15.9% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 1.6% since 2021, moving from about 4,244 residents to roughly 4,311. Renters now make up 7.1% of households, compared with 8.9% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 65.4% of adults here, versus 72.2% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Highland Beach, FL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Highland Beach is $7,146/mo as of August 2026.

At 59% of local median household income ($145,485/yr), Highland Beach ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 53.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Highland Beach an affordable city for renters?

Highland Beach is considered expensive for renters. At $7,146/mo, rent takes approximately 59% of the local median household income ($145,485/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Highland Beach significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Highland Beach?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $286,000/year (~$138/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $7,146/mo in Highland Beach. The local median household income is $145,485/yr, meaning the typical Highland Beach household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Highland Beach?

Rent in Highland Beach has increased 53.7% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Highland Beach rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Highland Beach is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #3 out of 291 tracked cities at $7,146/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Highland Beach?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Highland Beach ($7,146/mo): Deerfield Beach ($2,460/mo), Delray Beach ($2,806/mo), Lighthouse Point ($2,850/mo).

What percentage of Highland Beach residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 7.1% of Highland Beach households are renters, while 92.9% are owner-occupied. Highland Beach leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Highland Beach rent compare to the national average?

Highland Beach's median rent of $7,146/mo is $5,184 (264%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #3 out of 291 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
59%
EXPENSIVE

At $7,146/mo, rent takes ~59% of Highland Beach's median household income ($145,485/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Highland Beach 59%Benchmark 30%
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