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North Lauderdale

Pop. 45,234·121st most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for North Lauderdale, FL
Median rent (all units)
$2,223/mo
Year-over-Year
-0.9%
Month-over-Month
-1.6%
vs US Median
+$261
Falling (Monthly)
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North Lauderdale · $2,223
More expensive than 70% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Rent Reality Score
78/100
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Rents are 14% below what North Lauderdale's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,223/mo
Expected by trend
$2,592/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,810
1 BR
$1,980
2 BR
$2,450
3 BR
$3,380
4 BR+
$4,110
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,450/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,223 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

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$26,676/yr
At $2,223/mo median
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Rents are softening (down 0.9% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-0.9% YoY, -1.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

North Lauderdale, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
45,234
Median income
$63,326
Median age
37.5
Renters
39.9%
Age distribution
22.5%
24.4%
30.2%
Under 1822.5%
18–3424.4%
35–5430.2%
55–6411.1%
65+11.8%
Gender
46.8%
53.2%
Male46.8%
Female53.2%
Race & ethnicity
14%
56.7%
26.8%
White14%
Black56.7%
Hispanic26.8%
Asian3.6%
Education (25+)
15.7%
35.1%
27.4%
21.8%
No HS diploma15.7%
HS diploma35.1%
Some college27.4%
Bachelor's+21.8%
Housing tenure
60.1%
39.9%
Owner60.1%
Renter39.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How North Lauderdale, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,501 → $2,223
up 48.1%
Income
$49,426 → $63,326
up 28.1%
Population
44,579 → 45,234
up 1.5%
Renter share
45.4% → 39.9%
-5.5 pts
Bachelor's+
17.7% → 21.8%
+4.1 pts
Median age
35.3 → 37.5
+2.2 yrs

Five years ago, renters in North Lauderdale, FL paid around $1,501 a month. That figure now sits near $2,223, up 48.1% from the 2021 baseline. Median household income climbed from $49,426 to $63,326 between 2021 and 2024, a 28.1% shift. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show North Lauderdale, FL adding about 655 residents over the five-year window, up 1.5% on net. The renter share has eased from 45.4% to 39.9%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 17.7% to 21.8% across the same window. Taken together, the five-year picture in North Lauderdale, 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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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in North Lauderdale is $2,223/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,810/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,450/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,980/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,380/mo.

At 42% of local median household income ($63,326/yr), North Lauderdale ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is North Lauderdale an affordable city for renters?

North Lauderdale is considered stretched for renters. At $2,223/mo, rent takes approximately 42% of the local median household income ($63,326/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. North Lauderdale significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in North Lauderdale?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $89,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,223/mo in North Lauderdale. The local median household income is $63,326/yr, meaning the typical North Lauderdale household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in North Lauderdale?

Rent in North Lauderdale has decreased 0.9% over the past year as of August 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does North Lauderdale rent compare to other cities in Florida?

North Lauderdale is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #121 out of 291 tracked cities at $2,223/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than North Lauderdale?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than North Lauderdale ($2,223/mo): Lauderhill ($1,889/mo), Lauderdale Lakes ($2,043/mo), Margate ($2,140/mo).

What percentage of North Lauderdale residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.9% of North Lauderdale households are renters, while 60.1% are owner-occupied. North Lauderdale leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does North Lauderdale rent compare to the national average?

North Lauderdale's median rent of $2,223/mo is $261 (13%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #121 out of 291 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
42%
STRETCHED

At $2,223/mo, rent takes ~42% of North Lauderdale's median household income ($63,326/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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