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Lady Lake

Pop. 16,675·285th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Lady Lake, FL
Median rent (all units)
$1,508/mo
Year-over-Year
-2.1%
Month-over-Month
-0.8%
vs US Median
-$454
Falling (Monthly)
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Lady Lake · $1,508
More affordable than 75% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
39% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,508/mo, rent takes about 39% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$60,000/yr
Local median income
$46,074/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Lady Lake's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,410
1 BR
$1,480
2 BR
$1,680
3 BR
$2,130
4 BR+
$2,570
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,680/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,508 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 →

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$18,096/yr
At $1,508/mo median
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Rents are softening (down 2.1% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-2.1% YoY, -0.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Lady Lake, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
16,675
Median income
$46,074
Median age
66.9
Renters
26.5%
Age distribution
15.6%
54.5%
Under 189.2%
18–3410.4%
35–5410.2%
55–6415.6%
65+54.5%
Gender
43.5%
56.5%
Male43.5%
Female56.5%
Race & ethnicity
82.8%
White82.8%
Black8.8%
Hispanic5.9%
Asian1.5%
Other1%
Education (25+)
37.3%
34%
22.3%
No HS diploma6.4%
HS diploma37.3%
Some college34%
Bachelor's+22.3%
Housing tenure
73.5%
26.5%
Owner73.5%
Renter26.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Lady Lake, FL has changed in 5 years

Income
$42,088 → $46,074
up 9.5%
Population
15,683 → 16,675
up 6.3%
Renter share
29.5% → 26.5%
-3.0 pts
Bachelor's+
22.1% → 22.3%
+0.2 pts
Median age
65.9 → 66.9
+1.0 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $42,088 in 2021 to $46,074 more recently. Census counts show Lady Lake, FL adding about 992 residents over the five-year window, up 6.3% on net. The renter share has eased from 29.5% to 26.5%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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At $1,508/mo, how Lady Lake rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Lady Lake rent by bedroom count

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

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Lady Lake is $1,508/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,410/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,680/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,480/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,130/mo.

At 39% of local median household income ($46,074/yr), Lady Lake ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lady Lake an affordable city for renters?

Lady Lake is considered moderate for renters. At $1,508/mo, rent takes approximately 39% of the local median household income ($46,074/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lady Lake slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Lady Lake?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $60,000/year (~$29/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,508/mo in Lady Lake. The local median household income is $46,074/yr, meaning the typical Lady Lake household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lady Lake?

Rent in Lady Lake has decreased 2.1% over the past year as of August 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Lady Lake rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Lady Lake is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #285 out of 291 tracked cities at $1,508/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lady Lake?

Fruitland Park is nearby and more affordable at $1,470/mo, which is $38 less than Lady Lake.

What percentage of Lady Lake residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 26.5% of Lady Lake households are renters, while 73.5% are owner-occupied. Lady Lake leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Lady Lake rent compare to the national average?

Lady Lake's median rent of $1,508/mo is $454 (23%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #285 out of 291 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
39%
MODERATE

At $1,508/mo, rent takes ~39% of Lady Lake's median household income ($46,074/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lady Lake 39%Benchmark 30%
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