How much does it cost to rent in Lehigh Acres, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Lehigh Acres, FL is $1,856. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Lehigh Acres cheaper than other Florida cities?

Lehigh Acres is among the more affordable cities in Florida, ranking #222 out of 288 cities at $1,856/mo.

When was Lehigh Acres rent data last updated?

Lehigh Acres rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Lehigh Acres a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Lehigh Acres is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 1.9% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Lehigh Acres

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Pop. 132,353·222nd most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Lehigh Acres, FL

Median rent (all units)

$1,856/mo

Year-over-Year

-1.9%

Month-over-Month

-1.1%

vs US Median

-$109

Falling (Monthly)

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Lehigh Acres · $1,856

More expensive than 50% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

89/100

Great value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 20% below what Lehigh Acres's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,856/mo

Expected by trend

$2,313/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,468

1 BR

$1,477

2 BR

$1,828

3 BR

$2,402

4 BR+

$2,672

Research median

$1,828/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

$22,272/yr

At $1,856/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 1.9% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-1.9% YoY, -1.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Lehigh Acres, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

132,353

Median income

$66,890

Median age

34.3

Renters

30%

Age distribution

27.4%

23.8%

26.5%

13%

Under 1827.4%

18–3423.8%

35–5426.5%

55–649.3%

65+13%

Gender

49%

51%

Male49%

Female51%

Race & ethnicity

37.8%

18%

49.2%

White37.8%

Black18%

Hispanic49.2%

Asian0.9%

Education (25+)

18.5%

38.5%

28.7%

14.3%

No HS diploma18.5%

HS diploma38.5%

Some college28.7%

Bachelor's+14.3%

Housing tenure

70%

30%

Owner70%

Renter30%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Lehigh Acres, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,406 → $1,856

up 32.0%

Income

$52,894 → $66,890

up 26.5%

Population

123,751 → 132,353

up 7.0%

Renter share

35.6% → 30%

-5.6 pts

Bachelor's+

14.6% → 14.3%

-0.3 pts

Median age

33.8 → 34.3

+0.5 yrs

Rent in Lehigh Acres, FL has climbed 32.0% since 2021, going from about $1,406 per month to roughly $1,856 today. On the earnings side, the typical household in Lehigh Acres, FL now reports about $66,890, up from $52,894 in 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 5.5 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 123,751 to 132,353 between 2021 and 2024, a 7.0% change. About 30% of households rent today, against 35.6% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Lehigh Acres, FL reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Lehigh Acres on your salary?

At $1,856/mo, how Lehigh Acres rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 25.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 35.7% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 31% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 17.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 13.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 38.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 42.2% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 34.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Lehigh Acres rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Lehigh Acres

About renting in Lehigh Acres, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Lehigh Acres is $1,856/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,468/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,828/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,477/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,402/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($66,890/yr), Lehigh Acres ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lehigh Acres an affordable city for renters?

Lehigh Acres is considered moderate for renters. At $1,856/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($66,890/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lehigh Acres slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Lehigh Acres?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,856/mo in Lehigh Acres. The local median household income is $66,890/yr, meaning the typical Lehigh Acres household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Lehigh Acres?

Rent in Lehigh Acres has decreased 1.9% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Lehigh Acres neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Lehigh Acres are 33973 ($1,653/mo), 33936 ($1,673/mo), and 33974 ($1,932/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Lehigh Acres is $1,856/mo.

How does Lehigh Acres rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Lehigh Acres is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #222 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,856/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lehigh Acres?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Lehigh Acres ($1,856/mo): North Fort Myers ($1,590/mo), Fort Myers ($1,779/mo).

What percentage of Lehigh Acres residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 30% of Lehigh Acres households are renters, while 70% are owner-occupied. Lehigh Acres leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Lehigh Acres rent compare to the national average?

Lehigh Acres's median rent of $1,856/mo is $109 (6%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #222 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $1,856/mo, rent takes ~33% of Lehigh Acres's median household income ($66,890/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lehigh Acres 33%Benchmark 30%

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