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Nokomis

Pop. 3,452·146th most expensive in Florida·Nokomis rents have dropped 7.0%, currently a renter's market
Median rent (all units)
$2,148/mo
Year-over-Year
-7.0%
Month-over-Month
+1.8%
vs US Median
+$183
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Nokomis · $2,148
More expensive than 67% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
64/100
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Rents are 7% below what Nokomis's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,148/mo
Expected by trend
$2,304/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,320
1 BR
$1,640
2 BR
$1,920
3 BR
$2,520
4 BR+
$3,020
Research median
$1,920/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
$25,776/yr
At $2,148/mo median
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 7.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-7.0% YoY, +1.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Nokomis, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 25% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
3,452
Median income
$41,916
Median age
54.5
Renters
28.8%
Age distribution
12.8%
27.1%
18.1%
30.6%
Under 1811.4%
18–3412.8%
35–5427.1%
55–6418.1%
65+30.6%
Gender
55.7%
44.3%
Male55.7%
Female44.3%
Race & ethnicity
86.6%
White86.6%
Black1%
Hispanic8.8%
Asian4.1%
Education (25+)
36.6%
30.4%
25%
No HS diploma8%
HS diploma36.6%
Some college30.4%
Bachelor's+25%
Housing tenure
71.2%
28.8%
Owner71.2%
Renter28.8%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Nokomis, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,087 → $2,148
up 2.9%
Income
$43,793 → $41,916
down 4.3%
Population
3,481 → 3,452
down 0.8%
Renter share
29.3% → 28.8%
-0.5 pts
Bachelor's+
23.2% → 25%
+1.8 pts
Median age
51 → 54.5
+3.5 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Nokomis, FL paid around $2,087 a month. That figure now sits near $2,148, up 2.9% from the 2022 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in Nokomis, FL now reports about $41,916, up from $43,793 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. For context, the 2022 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Nokomis, FL reflects that arc in its own way.

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Nokomis rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Nokomis, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Nokomis is $2,148/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,320/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,920/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,640/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,520/mo.

At 61% of local median household income ($41,916/yr), Nokomis ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 7.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Nokomis an affordable city for renters?

Nokomis is considered expensive for renters. At $2,148/mo, rent takes approximately 61% of the local median household income ($41,916/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Nokomis significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Nokomis?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $86,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,148/mo in Nokomis. The local median household income is $41,916/yr, meaning the typical Nokomis household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Nokomis?

Rent in Nokomis has decreased 7.0% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Nokomis rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Nokomis is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #146 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,148/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Nokomis?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Nokomis ($2,148/mo): Englewood ($1,867/mo), North Port ($1,903/mo).

What percentage of Nokomis residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28.8% of Nokomis households are renters, while 71.2% are owner-occupied. Nokomis leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Nokomis rent compare to the national average?

Nokomis's median rent of $2,148/mo is $183 (9%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #146 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
61%
EXPENSIVE

At $2,148/mo, rent takes ~61% of Nokomis's median household income ($41,916/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Nokomis 61%Benchmark 30%
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