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Lauderhill

Pop. 74,896·216th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Lauderhill, FL
Median rent (all units)
$1,892/mo
Year-over-Year
+1.2%
Month-over-Month
-0.4%
vs US Median
-$73
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Lauderhill · $1,892
More expensive than 52% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
63/100
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Rents are 6% below what Lauderhill's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,892/mo
Expected by trend
$2,019/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,610
1 BR
$1,760
2 BR
$2,180
3 BR
$3,010
4 BR+
$3,660
Research median
$2,180/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
$22,704/yr
At $1,892/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+1.2% YoY, -0.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Lauderhill, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
74,896
Median income
$51,165
Median age
38.4
Renters
44.2%
Age distribution
24%
21.1%
24.9%
13.4%
16.5%
Under 1824%
18–3421.1%
35–5424.9%
55–6413.4%
65+16.5%
Gender
47.7%
52.3%
Male47.7%
Female52.3%
Race & ethnicity
76.3%
White8.9%
Black76.3%
Hispanic11.5%
Asian1.4%
Other1.9%
Education (25+)
14.9%
37.5%
29%
18.6%
No HS diploma14.9%
HS diploma37.5%
Some college29%
Bachelor's+18.6%
Housing tenure
55.8%
44.2%
Owner55.8%
Renter44.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Lauderhill, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,309 → $1,892
up 44.5%
Income
$44,634 → $51,165
up 14.6%
Population
73,935 → 74,896
up 1.3%
Renter share
49.1% → 44.2%
-4.9 pts
Bachelor's+
19.6% → 18.6%
-1.0 pts
Median age
37 → 38.4
+1.4 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Lauderhill, FL has climbed from $1,309 to $1,892, a 44.5% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $44,634 in 2021 to $51,165 more recently. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 1.3% since 2021, moving from about 73,935 residents to roughly 74,896. Renters now make up 44.2% of households, compared with 49.1% five years ago. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Lauderhill, FL market of 2021.

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Lauderhill rent by bedroom count

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Lauderhill is $1,892/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,610/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,180/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,760/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,010/mo.

At 44% of local median household income ($51,165/yr), Lauderhill ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lauderhill an affordable city for renters?

Lauderhill is considered stretched for renters. At $1,892/mo, rent takes approximately 44% of the local median household income ($51,165/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lauderhill significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Lauderhill?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $76,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,892/mo in Lauderhill. The local median household income is $51,165/yr, meaning the typical Lauderhill household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lauderhill?

Rent in Lauderhill has increased 1.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Lauderhill rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Lauderhill is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #216 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,892/mo.

What percentage of Lauderhill residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 44.2% of Lauderhill households are renters, while 55.8% are owner-occupied. Lauderhill leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Lauderhill rent compare to the national average?

Lauderhill's median rent of $1,892/mo is $73 (4%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #216 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
44%
STRETCHED

At $1,892/mo, rent takes ~44% of Lauderhill's median household income ($51,165/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lauderhill 44%Benchmark 30%
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