How much does it cost to rent in New Smyrna Beach, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in New Smyrna Beach, FL is $2,307. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is New Smyrna Beach cheaper than other Florida cities?

New Smyrna Beach falls in the middle range for Florida, ranking #112 out of 288 cities at $2,307/mo.

When was New Smyrna Beach rent data last updated?

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

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New Smyrna Beach

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Pop. 31,974·112th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for New Smyrna Beach, FL

Median rent (all units)

$2,307/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.1%

Month-over-Month

-0.3%

vs US Median

+$342

Stable (Monthly)

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New Smyrna Beach · $2,307

More expensive than 73% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

57/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what New Smyrna Beach's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,307/mo

Expected by trend

$2,392/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where New Smyrna Beach'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

$1,695

2 BR

$2,075

3 BR

$2,730

4 BR+

$2,930

Research median

$2,075/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

$27,684/yr

At $2,307/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

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 (+1.1% YoY, -0.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

New Smyrna Beach, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 40.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

31,974

Median income

$83,865

Median age

57.8

Renters

22.5%

Age distribution

13.3%

19.3%

20.7%

35.3%

Under 1811.4%

18–3413.3%

35–5419.3%

55–6420.7%

65+35.3%

Gender

48.9%

51.1%

Male48.9%

Female51.1%

Race & ethnicity

86.9%

White86.9%

Black4.3%

Hispanic7.8%

Asian1.3%

Education (25+)

24.6%

28.8%

40.2%

No HS diploma6.4%

HS diploma24.6%

Some college28.8%

Bachelor's+40.2%

Housing tenure

77.5%

22.5%

Owner77.5%

Renter22.5%

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

2022 vs 2026

How New Smyrna Beach, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,893 → $2,307

up 21.9%

Income

$66,159 → $83,865

up 26.8%

Population

29,674 → 31,974

up 7.8%

Renter share

20.8% → 22.5%

+1.7 pts

Bachelor's+

35.1% → 40.2%

+5.1 pts

Median age

58.9 → 57.8

-1.1 yrs

Rent in New Smyrna Beach, FL has increased 21.9% since 2022, going from about $1,893 per month to roughly $2,307 today. On the earnings side, the typical household in New Smyrna Beach, FL now reports about $83,865, up from $66,159 in 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 4.9 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 29,674 to 31,974 between 2021 and 2024, a 7.8% change. About 22.5% of households rent today, against 20.8% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 35.1% to 40.2%. For context, the 2022 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and New Smyrna Beach, FL reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in New Smyrna Beach on your salary?

At $2,307/mo, how New Smyrna Beach rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 31.5% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 44.4% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 38.5% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 21.6% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 16.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 47.4% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 52.5% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 42.6% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

New Smyrna Beach rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in New Smyrna Beach. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in New Smyrna Beach, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in New Smyrna Beach is $2,307/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,420/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,075/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,695/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,730/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($83,865/yr), New Smyrna Beach ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is New Smyrna Beach an affordable city for renters?

New Smyrna Beach is considered moderate for renters. At $2,307/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($83,865/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. New Smyrna Beach slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in New Smyrna Beach?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $92,000/year (~$44/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,307/mo in New Smyrna Beach. The local median household income is $83,865/yr, meaning the typical New Smyrna Beach household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in New Smyrna Beach?

Rent in New Smyrna Beach has increased 1.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which New Smyrna Beach neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in New Smyrna Beach are 32168 ($2,120/mo), and 32169 ($3,092/mo). Citywide, the median rent in New Smyrna Beach is $2,307/mo.

How does New Smyrna Beach rent compare to other cities in Florida?

New Smyrna Beach is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #112 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,307/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than New Smyrna Beach?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than New Smyrna Beach ($2,307/mo): South Daytona ($1,632/mo), Port Orange ($1,732/mo), Edgewater ($2,112/mo).

What percentage of New Smyrna Beach residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 22.5% of New Smyrna Beach households are renters, while 77.5% are owner-occupied. New Smyrna Beach leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does New Smyrna Beach rent compare to the national average?

New Smyrna Beach's median rent of $2,307/mo is $342 (17%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #112 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $2,307/mo, rent takes ~33% of New Smyrna Beach's median household income ($83,865/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

New Smyrna Beach 33%Benchmark 30%

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