How much does it cost to rent in Jacksonville Beach, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Jacksonville Beach, FL is $2,538. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Jacksonville Beach cheaper than other Florida cities?

Jacksonville Beach is one of the pricier cities in Florida, ranking #63 out of 288 cities tracked at $2,538/mo.

When was Jacksonville Beach rent data last updated?

Jacksonville Beach 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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Jacksonville Beach

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Pop. 23,654·63rd most expensive in Florida·Jacksonville Beach rents are up 8.5% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,538/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.5%

Month-over-Month

-0.2%

vs US Median

+$573

Stable (Monthly)

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Jacksonville Beach · $2,538

More expensive than 81% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

58/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Jacksonville Beach's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,538/mo

Expected by trend

$2,650/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,880

1 BR

$1,980

2 BR

$2,360

3 BR

$2,950

4 BR+

$3,740

Research median

$2,360/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

$30,456/yr

At $2,538/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 8.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.5% YoY, -0.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Jacksonville Beach, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 59.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

23,654

Median income

$120,698

Median age

46.1

Renters

31.2%

Age distribution

17.8%

18.3%

27%

15.1%

21.8%

Under 1817.8%

18–3418.3%

35–5427%

55–6415.1%

65+21.8%

Gender

51.9%

48.1%

Male51.9%

Female48.1%

Race & ethnicity

87.1%

White87.1%

Black2.6%

Hispanic4.8%

Asian1.4%

Other4.1%

Education (25+)

16.8%

21.1%

59.5%

No HS diploma2.6%

HS diploma16.8%

Some college21.1%

Bachelor's+59.5%

Housing tenure

68.8%

31.2%

Owner68.8%

Renter31.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Jacksonville Beach, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,892 → $2,538

up 34.1%

Income

$99,933 → $120,698

up 20.8%

Population

23,492 → 23,654

up 0.7%

Renter share

32.8% → 31.2%

-1.6 pts

Bachelor's+

58.1% → 59.5%

+1.4 pts

Median age

41.9 → 46.1

+4.2 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Jacksonville Beach, FL paid around $1,892 a month. That figure now sits near $2,538, up 34.1% from the 2021 baseline. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $99,933 in 2021 to $120,698 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. The renter share has eased from 32.8% to 31.2%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Jacksonville Beach, FL market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Jacksonville Beach on your salary?

At $2,538/mo, how Jacksonville Beach rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 34.7% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 48.8% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 42.4% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 23.7% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 18.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 52.1% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 57.7% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 46.9% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Jacksonville Beach rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Jacksonville Beach

About renting in Jacksonville Beach, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Jacksonville Beach is $2,538/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,880/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,360/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,980/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,950/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($120,698/yr), Jacksonville Beach ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Jacksonville Beach an affordable city for renters?

Jacksonville Beach is considered affordable for renters. At $2,538/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($120,698/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Jacksonville Beach falls comfortably within that range.

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

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $102,000/year (~$49/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,538/mo in Jacksonville Beach. The local median household income is $120,698/yr, meaning the typical Jacksonville Beach household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Jacksonville Beach?

Rent in Jacksonville Beach has increased 8.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Jacksonville Beach is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #63 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,538/mo.

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

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Jacksonville Beach ($2,538/mo): Jacksonville ($1,600/mo), Ponte Vedra Beach ($2,438/mo).

What percentage of Jacksonville Beach residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31.2% of Jacksonville Beach households are renters, while 68.8% are owner-occupied. Jacksonville Beach leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Jacksonville Beach rent compare to the national average?

Jacksonville Beach's median rent of $2,538/mo is $573 (29%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #63 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

25%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,538/mo, rent takes ~25% of Jacksonville Beach's median household income ($120,698/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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