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Ojus

Pop. 19,198·69th most expensive in Florida·Ojus rents are up 6.6% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,512/mo
Year-over-Year
+6.6%
Month-over-Month
+2.5%
vs US Median
+$547
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Ojus · $2,512
More expensive than 80% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
44% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,512/mo, rent takes about 44% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$100,000/yr
Local median income
$68,644/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Ojus's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,022
1 BR
$1,673
2 BR
$1,887
3 BR
$1,968
Research median
$1,887/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$30,144/yr
At $2,512/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 6.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+6.6% YoY, +2.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Ojus, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 42.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
19,198
Median income
$68,644
Median age
41.3
Renters
34.8%
Age distribution
21.7%
19.6%
25.6%
13%
20.2%
Under 1821.7%
18–3419.6%
35–5425.6%
55–6413%
65+20.2%
Gender
51.7%
48.3%
Male51.7%
Female48.3%
Race & ethnicity
44.9%
50.6%
White44.9%
Black11.5%
Hispanic50.6%
Asian3.1%
Education (25+)
23.4%
25.3%
42.2%
No HS diploma9.1%
HS diploma23.4%
Some college25.3%
Bachelor's+42.2%
Housing tenure
65.2%
34.8%
Owner65.2%
Renter34.8%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Ojus, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,316 → $2,512
up 8.5%
Income
$50,719 → $68,644
up 35.3%
Population
16,530 → 19,198
up 16.1%
Renter share
31.5% → 34.8%
+3.3 pts
Bachelor's+
37.3% → 42.2%
+4.9 pts
Median age
42.8 → 41.3
-1.5 yrs

Rent in Ojus, FL has increased 8.5% since 2022, going from about $2,316 per month to roughly $2,512 today. Census figures show median household income at $68,644 today, compared with $50,719 five years earlier. Income growth outran rent by about 26.8 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 16,530 to 19,198 between 2021 and 2024, a 16.1% change. About 34.8% of households rent today, against 31.5% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 37.3% to 42.2%. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2022.

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Ojus rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Ojus, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Ojus is $2,512/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,022/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,887/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,673/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,968/mo.

At 44% of local median household income ($68,644/yr), Ojus ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ojus an affordable city for renters?

Ojus is considered stretched for renters. At $2,512/mo, rent takes approximately 44% of the local median household income ($68,644/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Ojus significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Ojus?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $100,000/year (~$48/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,512/mo in Ojus. The local median household income is $68,644/yr, meaning the typical Ojus household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Ojus?

Rent in Ojus has increased 6.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Ojus rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Ojus is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #69 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,512/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Ojus?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Ojus ($2,512/mo): West Park ($2,284/mo), Ives Estates ($2,399/mo), Hallandale ($2,408/mo).

What percentage of Ojus residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.8% of Ojus households are renters, while 65.2% are owner-occupied. Ojus leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Ojus rent compare to the national average?

Ojus's median rent of $2,512/mo is $547 (28%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #69 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
44%
STRETCHED

At $2,512/mo, rent takes ~44% of Ojus's median household income ($68,644/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Ojus 44%Benchmark 30%
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