How much does it cost to rent in North Port, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in North Port, FL is $1,903. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is North Port cheaper than other Florida cities?

North Port is among the more affordable cities in Florida, ranking #215 out of 288 cities at $1,903/mo.

When was North Port rent data last updated?

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

Is North Port a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, North Port is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 3.5% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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North Port

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Pop. 84,605·215th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for North Port, FL

Median rent (all units)

$1,903/mo

Year-over-Year

-3.5%

Month-over-Month

Stable

vs US Median

-$62

Stable (Monthly)

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North Port · $1,903

More expensive than 53% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

27% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,903/mo, rent takes about 27% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$76,000/yr

Local median income

$84,049/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using North Port's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,350

1 BR

$1,688

2 BR

$1,970

3 BR

$2,588

4 BR+

$3,098

Research median

$1,970/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

$22,836/yr

At $1,903/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 3.5% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-3.5% YoY, +0.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

North Port, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

84,605

Median income

$84,049

Median age

49.3

Renters

19.1%

Age distribution

17.6%

17.3%

21.8%

15.5%

27.7%

Under 1817.6%

18–3417.3%

35–5421.8%

55–6415.5%

65+27.7%

Gender

49.9%

50.1%

Male49.9%

Female50.1%

Race & ethnicity

80.3%

12.7%

White80.3%

Black4.2%

Hispanic12.7%

Asian2.5%

Education (25+)

28.3%

35.7%

29.9%

No HS diploma6%

HS diploma28.3%

Some college35.7%

Bachelor's+29.9%

Housing tenure

80.9%

19.1%

Owner80.9%

Renter19.1%

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

2022 vs 2026

How North Port, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,850 → $1,903

up 2.9%

Income

$69,265 → $84,049

up 21.3%

Population

74,131 → 84,605

up 14.1%

Renter share

19.9% → 19.1%

-0.8 pts

Bachelor's+

25.8% → 29.9%

+4.1 pts

Median age

48.5 → 49.3

+0.8 yrs

Compared with 2022, rent in North Port, FL has climbed by $53 per month, settling near $1,903 after starting the period at $1,850. Median household income grew from $69,265 to $84,049 between 2021 and 2024, a 21.3% shift. Income growth outran rent by about 18.4 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 74,131 to 84,605 between 2021 and 2024, a 14.1% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 25.8% to 29.9%. Taken together, the five-year picture in North Port, 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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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in North Port on your salary?

At $1,903/mo, how North Port rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 26% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 36.6% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 31.8% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 17.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 13.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 39.1% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 43.3% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 35.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

North Port rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in North Port. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in North Port

About renting in North Port, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in North Port is $1,903/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,350/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,970/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,688/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,588/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($84,049/yr), North Port ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is North Port an affordable city for renters?

North Port is considered affordable for renters. At $1,903/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($84,049/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. North Port falls comfortably within that range.

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

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $76,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,903/mo in North Port. The local median household income is $84,049/yr, meaning the typical North Port household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in North Port?

Rent in North Port has decreased 3.5% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which North Port neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in North Port are 34288 ($1,672/mo), 34287 ($1,820/mo), and 34291 ($2,065/mo). Citywide, the median rent in North Port is $1,903/mo.

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

North Port is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #215 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,903/mo.

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

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than North Port ($1,903/mo): Port Charlotte ($1,794/mo), Englewood ($1,867/mo).

What percentage of North Port residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 19.1% of North Port households are renters, while 80.9% are owner-occupied. North Port leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does North Port rent compare to the national average?

North Port's median rent of $1,903/mo is $62 (3%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #215 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

27%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,903/mo, rent takes ~27% of North Port's median household income ($84,049/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

North Port 27%Benchmark 30%

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