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Hollywood

Pop. 155,082·104th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Hollywood, FL
Median rent (all units)
$2,341/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.8%
Month-over-Month
-1.4%
vs US Median
+$379
Falling (Monthly)
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Hollywood · $2,341
More expensive than 74% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Rent Reality Score
70/100
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Rents are 10% below what Hollywood's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,341/mo
Expected by trend
$2,603/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Hollywood's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,820
1 BR
$1,983
2 BR
$2,457
3 BR
$3,390
4 BR+
$4,123
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,457/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,341 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$28,092/yr
At $2,341/mo median
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Rents are climbing (4.8% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.8% YoY, -1.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hollywood, FL is majority owner-occupied, 33.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
155,082
Median income
$67,203
Median age
40.9
Renters
41.1%
Age distribution
19.1%
22%
27.7%
12.8%
18.4%
Under 1819.1%
18–3422%
35–5427.7%
55–6412.8%
65+18.4%
Gender
51.6%
48.4%
Male51.6%
Female48.4%
Race & ethnicity
46%
15.9%
43.2%
White46%
Black15.9%
Hispanic43.2%
Asian2.6%
Education (25+)
26.8%
28.8%
33.8%
No HS diploma10.6%
HS diploma26.8%
Some college28.8%
Bachelor's+33.8%
Housing tenure
58.9%
41.1%
Owner58.9%
Renter41.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hollywood, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,610 → $2,341
up 45.4%
Income
$56,912 → $67,203
up 18.1%
Population
152,597 → 155,082
up 1.6%
Renter share
43.4% → 41.1%
-2.3 pts
Bachelor's+
29.9% → 33.8%
+3.9 pts
Median age
40.1 → 40.9
+0.8 yrs

Rent in Hollywood, FL has increased 45.4% since 2021, going from about $1,610 per month to roughly $2,341 today. Census figures show median household income at $67,203 today, compared with $56,912 five years earlier. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 27.3 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 152,597 to 155,082 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.6% change. About 41.1% of households rent today, against 43.4% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 29.9% to 33.8%. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Hollywood is $2,341/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,820/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,457/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,983/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,390/mo.

At 42% of local median household income ($67,203/yr), Hollywood ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hollywood an affordable city for renters?

Hollywood is considered stretched for renters. At $2,341/mo, rent takes approximately 42% of the local median household income ($67,203/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hollywood significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Hollywood?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $94,000/year (~$45/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,341/mo in Hollywood. The local median household income is $67,203/yr, meaning the typical Hollywood household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hollywood?

Rent in Hollywood has increased 4.8% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Hollywood neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Hollywood are 33020 ($2,141/mo), 33021 ($2,304/mo), and 33019 ($3,071/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Hollywood is $2,341/mo.

How does Hollywood rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Hollywood is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #104 out of 291 tracked cities at $2,341/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hollywood?

West Park is nearby and more affordable at $1,926/mo, which is $415 less than Hollywood.

What percentage of Hollywood residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 41.1% of Hollywood households are renters, while 58.9% are owner-occupied. Hollywood leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hollywood rent compare to the national average?

Hollywood's median rent of $2,341/mo is $379 (19%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #104 out of 291 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
42%
STRETCHED

At $2,341/mo, rent takes ~42% of Hollywood's median household income ($67,203/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hollywood 42%Benchmark 30%
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