City Report · FL

Navarre

Pop. 39,838·134th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Navarre, FL
Median rent (all units)
$2,170/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.8%
Month-over-Month
-1.9%
vs US Median
+$205
Falling (Monthly)
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Navarre · $2,170
More expensive than 68% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
54/100
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Rents are right about where Navarre's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$2,170/mo
Expected by trend
$2,210/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,670
1 BR
$1,870
2 BR
$2,200
3 BR
$2,940
4 BR+
$3,620
Research median
$2,200/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
$26,040/yr
At $2,170/mo median
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Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.8% YoY, -1.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Navarre, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 36.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
39,838
Median income
$105,265
Median age
38.8
Renters
17.9%
Age distribution
24.3%
18.9%
28.3%
14.9%
13.6%
Under 1824.3%
18–3418.9%
35–5428.3%
55–6414.9%
65+13.6%
Gender
50.7%
49.3%
Male50.7%
Female49.3%
Race & ethnicity
76.4%
White76.4%
Black7.1%
Hispanic9.1%
Asian2%
Other5.4%
Education (25+)
19.6%
39.2%
36.1%
No HS diploma5.1%
HS diploma19.6%
Some college39.2%
Bachelor's+36.1%
Housing tenure
82.1%
17.9%
Owner82.1%
Renter17.9%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Navarre, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,913 → $2,170
up 13.4%
Income
$90,139 → $105,265
up 16.8%
Population
38,994 → 39,838
up 2.2%
Renter share
19.3% → 17.9%
-1.4 pts
Bachelor's+
29.9% → 36.1%
+6.2 pts
Median age
36.8 → 38.8
+2.0 yrs

The median rent in Navarre, FL stood at $1,913 in 2022 and currently runs about $2,170, reflecting a 13.4% increase over the period. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $90,139 in 2021 to $105,265 more recently. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 2.2% since 2021, moving from about 38,994 residents to roughly 39,838. College-educated residents now make up 36.1% of adults here, versus 29.9% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Navarre, FL market of 2022.

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Navarre rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Navarre, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Navarre is $2,170/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,670/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,200/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,870/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,940/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($105,265/yr), Navarre ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Navarre an affordable city for renters?

Navarre is considered affordable for renters. At $2,170/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($105,265/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Navarre falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Navarre?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $87,000/year (~$42/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,170/mo in Navarre. The local median household income is $105,265/yr, meaning the typical Navarre household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Navarre?

Rent in Navarre has increased 2.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Navarre rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Navarre is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #134 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,170/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Navarre?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Navarre ($2,170/mo): Fort Walton Beach ($1,808/mo), Milton ($1,825/mo), Shalimar ($1,933/mo).

What percentage of Navarre residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 17.9% of Navarre households are renters, while 82.1% are owner-occupied. Navarre leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Navarre rent compare to the national average?

Navarre's median rent of $2,170/mo is $205 (10%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #134 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
25%
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At $2,170/mo, rent takes ~25% of Navarre's median household income ($105,265/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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