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Lauderdale Lakes

Pop. 36,404·176th most expensive in Florida·Lauderdale Lakes rents are up 10.9% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,043/mo
Year-over-Year
+10.9%
Month-over-Month
+6.4%
vs US Median
+$81
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Lauderdale Lakes · $2,043
More expensive than 61% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Rent Reality Score
56/100
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Rents are 3% below what Lauderdale Lakes's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,043/mo
Expected by trend
$2,104/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,042
1 BR
$1,354
2 BR
$1,654
3 BR
$2,181
4 BR+
$2,580
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,654/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,043 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
$24,516/yr
At $2,043/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 10.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+10.9% YoY, +6.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Lauderdale Lakes, FL is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
36,404
Median income
$50,006
Median age
36.6
Renters
52.4%
Age distribution
25%
21.1%
22.8%
19.4%
Under 1825%
18–3421.1%
35–5422.8%
55–6411.7%
65+19.4%
Gender
49.3%
50.7%
Male49.3%
Female50.7%
Race & ethnicity
81.7%
White7.6%
Black81.7%
Hispanic8%
Asian2.3%
Other0.5%
Education (25+)
18.9%
37.1%
28.4%
15.6%
No HS diploma18.9%
HS diploma37.1%
Some college28.4%
Bachelor's+15.6%
Housing tenure
47.6%
52.4%
Owner47.6%
Renter52.4%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Lauderdale Lakes, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,650 → $2,043
up 23.8%
Income
$40,217 → $50,006
up 24.3%
Population
35,898 → 36,404
up 1.4%
Renter share
51.2% → 52.4%
+1.2 pts
Bachelor's+
15.2% → 15.6%
+0.4 pts

Across the past five years, the going rent in Lauderdale Lakes, FL has shifted from $1,650 to $2,043, up 23.8% since 2022. Census figures show median household income at $50,006 today, compared with $40,217 five years earlier. Census counts show Lauderdale Lakes, FL adding about 506 residents over the five-year window, up 1.4% on net. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2022.

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Lauderdale Lakes rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Lauderdale Lakes, FL

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Lauderdale Lakes is $2,043/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,042/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,654/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,354/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,181/mo.

At 49% of local median household income ($50,006/yr), Lauderdale Lakes ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lauderdale Lakes an affordable city for renters?

Lauderdale Lakes is considered stretched for renters. At $2,043/mo, rent takes approximately 49% of the local median household income ($50,006/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lauderdale Lakes significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Lauderdale Lakes?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $82,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,043/mo in Lauderdale Lakes. The local median household income is $50,006/yr, meaning the typical Lauderdale Lakes household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lauderdale Lakes?

Rent in Lauderdale Lakes has increased 10.9% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Lauderdale Lakes rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Lauderdale Lakes is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #176 out of 291 tracked cities at $2,043/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lauderdale Lakes?

Lauderhill is nearby and more affordable at $1,889/mo, which is $154 less than Lauderdale Lakes.

What percentage of Lauderdale Lakes residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 52.4% of Lauderdale Lakes households are renters, while 47.6% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Lauderdale Lakes has a strong rental market.

How does Lauderdale Lakes rent compare to the national average?

Lauderdale Lakes's median rent of $2,043/mo is $81 (4%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #176 out of 291 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
49%
STRETCHED

At $2,043/mo, rent takes ~49% of Lauderdale Lakes's median household income ($50,006/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lauderdale Lakes 49%Benchmark 30%
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