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North Palm Beach

Pop. 13,238·47th most expensive in Florida·Rents have been falling, good time to negotiate
Median rent (all units)
$2,748/mo
Year-over-Year
-4.0%
Month-over-Month
-1.1%
vs US Median
+$783
Falling (Monthly)
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North Palm Beach · $2,748
More expensive than 86% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
57/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent
$2,748/mo
Expected by trend
$2,848/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,630
1 BR
$1,820
2 BR
$2,170
3 BR
$2,830
4 BR+
$3,390
Research median
$2,170/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
$32,976/yr
At $2,748/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 4.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-4.0% YoY, -1.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

North Palm Beach, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 50.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
13,238
Median income
$90,049
Median age
57
Renters
25.5%
Age distribution
13%
14.2%
19.8%
18.4%
34.6%
Under 1813%
18–3414.2%
35–5419.8%
55–6418.4%
65+34.6%
Gender
51.5%
48.5%
Male51.5%
Female48.5%
Race & ethnicity
83.4%
White83.4%
Black2.3%
Hispanic10.2%
Asian1.1%
Other3.2%
Education (25+)
20.7%
24.7%
50.2%
No HS diploma4.4%
HS diploma20.7%
Some college24.7%
Bachelor's+50.2%
Housing tenure
74.5%
25.5%
Owner74.5%
Renter25.5%

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

2022 vs 2026

How North Palm Beach, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,682 → $2,748
up 2.5%
Income
$81,135 → $90,049
up 11.0%
Population
13,096 → 13,238
up 1.1%
Renter share
21.7% → 25.5%
+3.8 pts
Bachelor's+
47.8% → 50.2%
+2.4 pts
Median age
56.4 → 57
+0.6 yrs

Compared with 2022, rent in North Palm Beach, FL has climbed by $66 per month, settling near $2,748 after starting the period at $2,682. Household income in the area moved from $81,135 to $90,049 across the same window, up 11.0% versus 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 8.5 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 13,096 to 13,238 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.1% change. About 25.5% of households rent today, against 21.7% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 47.8% to 50.2%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in North Palm Beach, FL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in North Palm Beach is $2,748/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,630/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,170/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,820/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,830/mo.

At 37% of local median household income ($90,049/yr), North Palm Beach ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 4.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is North Palm Beach an affordable city for renters?

North Palm Beach is considered moderate for renters. At $2,748/mo, rent takes approximately 37% of the local median household income ($90,049/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. North Palm Beach slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in North Palm Beach?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $110,000/year (~$53/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,748/mo in North Palm Beach. The local median household income is $90,049/yr, meaning the typical North Palm Beach household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in North Palm Beach?

Rent in North Palm Beach has decreased 4.0% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does North Palm Beach rent compare to other cities in Florida?

North Palm Beach is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #47 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,748/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than North Palm Beach?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than North Palm Beach ($2,748/mo): Lake Park ($2,083/mo), Riviera Beach ($2,709/mo), Palm Beach Gardens ($2,725/mo).

What percentage of North Palm Beach residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.5% of North Palm Beach households are renters, while 74.5% are owner-occupied. North Palm Beach leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does North Palm Beach rent compare to the national average?

North Palm Beach's median rent of $2,748/mo is $783 (40%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #47 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
37%
MODERATE

At $2,748/mo, rent takes ~37% of North Palm Beach's median household income ($90,049/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

North Palm Beach 37%Benchmark 30%
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