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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Orlando, FL is $1,904. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Orlando cheaper than other Florida cities?

Orlando is among the more affordable cities in Florida, ranking #214 out of 288 cities at $1,904/mo.

When was Orlando rent data last updated?

Orlando 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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Pop. 319,758·214th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Orlando, FL

Median rent (all units)

$1,904/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.6%

Month-over-Month

+0.2%

vs US Median

-$61

Stable (Monthly)

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Orlando · $1,904

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

Rent Reality Score

73/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 12% below what Orlando's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,904/mo

Expected by trend

$2,154/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,763

1 BR

$1,860

2 BR

$2,109

3 BR

$2,678

4 BR+

$3,192

Research median

$2,109/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

$22,848/yr

At $1,904/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (2.6% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.6% YoY, +0.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Orlando, FL is majority renter-occupied, 42.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

319,758

Median income

$72,336

Median age

35.1

Renters

60.5%

Age distribution

21.4%

28.4%

28.7%

Under 1821.4%

18–3428.4%

35–5428.7%

55–6410.2%

65+11.3%

Gender

48.9%

51.1%

Male48.9%

Female51.1%

Race & ethnicity

37%

23.4%

35.4%

White37%

Black23.4%

Hispanic35.4%

Asian5%

Education (25+)

22.7%

26.9%

42.5%

No HS diploma7.8%

HS diploma22.7%

Some college26.9%

Bachelor's+42.5%

Housing tenure

39.5%

60.5%

Owner39.5%

Renter60.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Orlando, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,441 → $1,904

up 32.1%

Income

$58,968 → $72,336

up 22.7%

Population

302,968 → 319,758

up 5.5%

Renter share

61.8% → 60.5%

-1.3 pts

Bachelor's+

40.1% → 42.5%

+2.4 pts

Median age

34.4 → 35.1

+0.7 yrs

The median rent in Orlando, FL stood at $1,441 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,904, reflecting a 32.1% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $58,968 to $72,336 across the same window, up 22.7% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 5.5% since 2021, moving from about 302,968 residents to roughly 319,758. College-educated residents now make up 42.5% of adults here, versus 40.1% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Orlando, FL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Orlando on your salary?

At $1,904/mo, how Orlando 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

Orlando rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Orlando

About renting in Orlando, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Orlando is $1,904/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,763/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,109/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,860/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,678/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($72,336/yr), Orlando ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Orlando an affordable city for renters?

Orlando is considered moderate for renters. At $1,904/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($72,336/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Orlando slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Orlando?

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 $1,904/mo in Orlando. The local median household income is $72,336/yr, meaning the typical Orlando household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Orlando?

Rent in Orlando has increased 2.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Orlando neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Orlando are 32805 ($1,573/mo), 32839 ($1,605/mo), and 32811 ($1,619/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Orlando is $1,904/mo.

How does Orlando rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Orlando is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #214 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,904/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Orlando?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Orlando ($1,904/mo): Altamonte Springs ($1,718/mo), Winter Park ($1,787/mo).

What percentage of Orlando residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 60.5% of Orlando households are renters, while 39.5% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Orlando has a strong rental market.

How does Orlando rent compare to the national average?

Orlando's median rent of $1,904/mo is $61 (3%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #214 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

32%

MODERATE

At $1,904/mo, rent takes ~32% of Orlando's median household income ($72,336/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Orlando 32%Benchmark 30%

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