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Lithia

·59th most expensive in Florida·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,598/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.8%
Month-over-Month
-0.3%
vs US Median
+$636
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Lithia · $2,598
More expensive than 82% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Rent Reality Score
62/100
Good value
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Rents are 6% below what Lithia's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,598/mo
Expected by trend
$2,764/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Lithia's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,350
1 BR
$2,530
2 BR
$2,970
3 BR
$3,800
4 BR+
$4,620
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,970/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,598 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
$31,176/yr
At $2,598/mo median
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Rents are climbing (4.8% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.8% YoY, -0.3% MoM), not inventory.
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2021 vs 2026

How Lithia, FL has changed in 5 years

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$1,908 → $2,598
up 36.2%

Rent in Lithia, FL has increased 36.2% since 2021, going from about $1,908 per month to roughly $2,598 today. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Lithia, FL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Lithia rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Lithia, FL

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Lithia is $2,598/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,350/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,970/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,530/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,800/mo.

At 43% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Lithia ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Lithia an affordable city for renters?

Lithia is considered stretched for renters. At $2,598/mo, rent takes approximately 43% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Lithia significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Lithia?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $104,000/year (~$50/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,598/mo in Lithia.

Is rent going up or down in Lithia?

Rent in Lithia has increased 4.8% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Lithia rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Lithia is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #59 out of 291 tracked cities at $2,598/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Lithia?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Lithia ($2,598/mo): Brandon ($1,623/mo), Mulberry ($1,741/mo), Riverview ($2,141/mo).

How does Lithia rent compare to the national average?

Lithia's median rent of $2,598/mo is $636 (32%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #59 out of 291 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
43%
STRETCHED

At $2,598/mo, rent takes ~43% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Lithia 43%Benchmark 30%
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