How much does it cost to rent in Ocala, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Ocala, FL is $1,582. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Ocala cheaper than other Florida cities?

Ocala is among the more affordable cities in Florida, ranking #277 out of 288 cities at $1,582/mo.

When was Ocala rent data last updated?

Ocala 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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Ocala

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Pop. 66,584·277th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Ocala, FL

Median rent (all units)

$1,582/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.7%

Month-over-Month

-0.9%

vs US Median

-$383

Falling (Monthly)

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Ocala · $1,582

More affordable than 70% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

82/100

Great value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 16% below what Ocala's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,582/mo

Expected by trend

$1,878/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Ocala's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,045

1 BR

$1,129

2 BR

$1,365

3 BR

$1,745

4 BR+

$1,885

Research median

$1,365/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

$18,984/yr

At $1,582/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 (+0.7% YoY, -0.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Ocala, FL is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

66,584

Median income

$56,376

Median age

39.2

Renters

47.9%

Age distribution

22.1%

22.7%

22.2%

13.2%

19.8%

Under 1822.1%

18–3422.7%

35–5422.2%

55–6413.2%

65+19.8%

Gender

47.2%

52.8%

Male47.2%

Female52.8%

Race & ethnicity

61.4%

18.9%

17.8%

White61.4%

Black18.9%

Hispanic17.8%

Asian4%

Education (25+)

27.9%

31.9%

31.2%

No HS diploma9%

HS diploma27.9%

Some college31.9%

Bachelor's+31.2%

Housing tenure

52.1%

47.9%

Owner52.1%

Renter47.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Ocala, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,220 → $1,582

up 29.7%

Income

$46,841 → $56,376

up 20.4%

Population

62,351 → 66,584

up 6.8%

Renter share

51.4% → 47.9%

-3.5 pts

Bachelor's+

28% → 31.2%

+3.2 pts

Median age

38.3 → 39.2

+0.9 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Ocala, FL paid around $1,220 a month. That figure now sits near $1,582, up 29.7% from the 2021 baseline. Median household income climbed from $46,841 to $56,376 between 2021 and 2024, a 20.4% shift. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Ocala, FL adding about 4,233 residents over the five-year window, up 6.8% on net. The renter share has eased from 51.4% to 47.9%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 28% to 31.2% across the same window. Taken together, the five-year picture in Ocala, 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 Ocala on your salary?

At $1,582/mo, how Ocala rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 21.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 30.4% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 26.4% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 14.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 11.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 32.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 36% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 29.2% income

affordable

By apartment size

Ocala rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Ocala

About renting in Ocala, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Ocala is $1,582/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,045/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,365/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,129/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,745/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($56,376/yr), Ocala ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocala an affordable city for renters?

Ocala is considered moderate for renters. At $1,582/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($56,376/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Ocala slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Ocala?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $63,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,582/mo in Ocala. The local median household income is $56,376/yr, meaning the typical Ocala household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Ocala?

Rent in Ocala has increased 0.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Ocala neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Ocala are 34470 ($1,390/mo), 34475 ($1,401/mo), and 34480 ($1,475/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Ocala is $1,582/mo.

How does Ocala rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Ocala is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #277 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,582/mo.

What percentage of Ocala residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 47.9% of Ocala households are renters, while 52.1% are owner-occupied. Ocala leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Ocala rent compare to the national average?

Ocala's median rent of $1,582/mo is $383 (19%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #277 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

34%

MODERATE

At $1,582/mo, rent takes ~34% of Ocala's median household income ($56,376/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Ocala 34%Benchmark 30%

State income taxNone

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