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Homosassa

Pop. 1,942·267th most expensive in Florida·Homosassa rents have dropped 8.0%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$1,639/mo
Year-over-Year
-8.0%
Month-over-Month
-4.7%
vs US Median
-$326
Falling (Monthly)
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Homosassa · $1,639
More affordable than 66% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
38% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,639/mo, rent takes about 38% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$66,000/yr
Local median income
$52,154/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Homosassa's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$940
1 BR
$945
2 BR
$1,190
3 BR
$1,670
4 BR+
$1,995
Research median
$1,190/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
$19,668/yr
At $1,639/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 8.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-8.0% YoY, -4.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Homosassa, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
1,942
Median income
$52,154
Median age
65.3
Renters
9.5%
Age distribution
19.8%
15.7%
51.3%
Under 189.3%
18–343.9%
35–5419.8%
55–6415.7%
65+51.3%
Gender
39.8%
60.2%
Male39.8%
Female60.2%
Race & ethnicity
96.9%
White96.9%
Hispanic0.9%
Other2.2%
Education (25+)
14.9%
37.3%
22.6%
25.2%
No HS diploma14.9%
HS diploma37.3%
Some college22.6%
Bachelor's+25.2%
Housing tenure
90.5%
Owner90.5%
Renter9.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Homosassa, FL has changed in 5 years

Income
$59,018 → $52,154
down 11.6%
Population
1,888 → 1,942
up 2.9%
Renter share
10.7% → 9.5%
-1.2 pts
Bachelor's+
32.5% → 25.2%
-7.3 pts
Median age
65.9 → 65.3
-0.6 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $52,154 today, compared with $59,018 five years earlier. Headcount in the area went from 1,888 to 1,942 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.9% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 32.5% to 25.2%.

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Homosassa rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Homosassa, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Homosassa is $1,639/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $940/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,190/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $945/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,670/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($52,154/yr), Homosassa ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 8.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Homosassa an affordable city for renters?

Homosassa is considered moderate for renters. At $1,639/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($52,154/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Homosassa slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Homosassa?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $66,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,639/mo in Homosassa. The local median household income is $52,154/yr, meaning the typical Homosassa household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Homosassa?

Rent in Homosassa has decreased 8.0% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Homosassa neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Homosassa are 34446 ($1,729/mo), and 34448 ($1,908/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Homosassa is $1,639/mo.

How does Homosassa rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Homosassa is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #267 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,639/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Homosassa?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Homosassa ($1,639/mo): Inverness ($1,555/mo), Brooksville ($1,574/mo).

What percentage of Homosassa residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 9.5% of Homosassa households are renters, while 90.5% are owner-occupied. Homosassa leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Homosassa rent compare to the national average?

Homosassa's median rent of $1,639/mo is $326 (17%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #267 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
38%
MODERATE

At $1,639/mo, rent takes ~38% of Homosassa's median household income ($52,154/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Homosassa 38%Benchmark 30%
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