How much does it cost to rent in Middleburg, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Middleburg, FL is $1,990. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Middleburg cheaper than other Florida cities?

Middleburg falls in the middle range for Florida, ranking #190 out of 288 cities at $1,990/mo.

When was Middleburg rent data last updated?

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

City Report · FL

Middleburg

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Pop. 11,644·190th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Middleburg, FL

Median rent (all units)

$1,990/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.4%

Month-over-Month

+1.8%

vs US Median

+$25

Rising (Monthly)

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Middleburg · $1,990

More expensive than 58% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

63/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 7% below what Middleburg's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,990/mo

Expected by trend

$2,131/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,420

1 BR

$1,500

2 BR

$1,780

3 BR

$2,230

4 BR+

$2,820

Research median

$1,780/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

$23,880/yr

At $1,990/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (2.4% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.4% YoY, +1.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Middleburg, FL is majority owner-occupied, 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

11,644

Median income

$74,634

Median age

44.7

Renters

12.8%

Age distribution

21.3%

17.6%

28.5%

16.4%

16.3%

Under 1821.3%

18–3417.6%

35–5428.5%

55–6416.4%

65+16.3%

Gender

53.5%

46.5%

Male53.5%

Female46.5%

Race & ethnicity

82.4%

White82.4%

Black2.9%

Hispanic7.7%

Asian1.2%

Other5.8%

Education (25+)

12.1%

32.6%

36.4%

18.9%

No HS diploma12.1%

HS diploma32.6%

Some college36.4%

Bachelor's+18.9%

Housing tenure

87.2%

12.8%

Owner87.2%

Renter12.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Middleburg, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,503 → $1,990

up 32.4%

Income

$63,198 → $74,634

up 18.1%

Population

12,127 → 11,644

down 4.0%

Renter share

15.1% → 12.8%

-2.3 pts

Bachelor's+

18% → 18.9%

+0.9 pts

Median age

43.3 → 44.7

+1.4 yrs

The median rent in Middleburg, FL stood at $1,503 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,990, reflecting a 32.4% increase over the period. Median household income rose from $63,198 to $74,634 between 2021 and 2024, a 18.1% shift. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 4.0% since 2021, moving from about 12,127 residents to roughly 11,644. Renters now make up 12.8% of households, compared with 15.1% five years ago. Taken together, the five-year picture in Middleburg, FL reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Middleburg on your salary?

At $1,990/mo, how Middleburg rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 27.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 38.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 33.2% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 18.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 14.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 40.9% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 45.3% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 36.7% income

stretched

By apartment size

Middleburg rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Middleburg

About renting in Middleburg, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Middleburg is $1,990/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,420/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,780/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,500/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,230/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($74,634/yr), Middleburg ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Middleburg an affordable city for renters?

Middleburg is considered moderate for renters. At $1,990/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($74,634/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Middleburg slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Middleburg?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $80,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,990/mo in Middleburg. The local median household income is $74,634/yr, meaning the typical Middleburg household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Middleburg?

Rent in Middleburg has increased 2.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Middleburg rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Middleburg is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #190 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,990/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Middleburg?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Middleburg ($1,990/mo): Jacksonville ($1,600/mo), Orange Park ($1,745/mo), Fleming Island ($1,871/mo).

What percentage of Middleburg residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 12.8% of Middleburg households are renters, while 87.2% are owner-occupied. Middleburg leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Middleburg rent compare to the national average?

Middleburg's median rent of $1,990/mo is $25 (1%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #190 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

32%

MODERATE

At $1,990/mo, rent takes ~32% of Middleburg's median household income ($74,634/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Middleburg 32%Benchmark 30%

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