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Parker

Pop. 4,509·235th most expensive in Florida·Parker rents are up 12.8% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,815/mo
Year-over-Year
+12.8%
Month-over-Month
+0.4%
vs US Median
-$147
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Parker · $1,815
More affordable than 53% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
31% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,815/mo, rent takes about 31% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$73,000/yr
Local median income
$69,657/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Parker's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

2 BR
$1,224
3 BR
$1,773
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,224/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,815 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$21,780/yr
At $1,815/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 12.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+12.8% YoY, +0.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Parker, FL is roughly split between renters and owners, 23% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,509
Median income
$69,657
Median age
38.4
Renters
45.9%
Age distribution
20.5%
22.7%
20.9%
16.9%
18.9%
Under 1820.5%
18–3422.7%
35–5420.9%
55–6416.9%
65+18.9%
Gender
46.1%
53.9%
Male46.1%
Female53.9%
Race & ethnicity
73.3%
20.1%
White73.3%
Black20.1%
Hispanic3.5%
Asian2.1%
Other0.9%
Education (25+)
13.2%
32.9%
30.9%
23%
No HS diploma13.2%
HS diploma32.9%
Some college30.9%
Bachelor's+23%
Housing tenure
54.1%
45.9%
Owner54.1%
Renter45.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Parker, FL has changed in 5 years

Income
$58,189 → $69,657
up 19.7%
Population
4,273 → 4,509
up 5.5%
Renter share
38.3% → 45.9%
+7.6 pts
Bachelor's+
16.2% → 23%
+6.8 pts
Median age
36 → 38.4
+2.4 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $58,189 in 2021 to $69,657 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 4,273 to 4,509 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.5% change. About 45.9% of households rent today, against 38.3% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 16.2% to 23%.

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Parker rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Parker, FL

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Parker is $1,815/mo as of August 2026. a 2-bedroom runs $1,224/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,773/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($69,657/yr), Parker ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 12.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Parker an affordable city for renters?

Parker is considered moderate for renters. At $1,815/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($69,657/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Parker slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Parker?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $73,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,815/mo in Parker. The local median household income is $69,657/yr, meaning the typical Parker household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Parker?

Rent in Parker has increased 12.8% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Parker rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Parker is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #235 out of 291 tracked cities at $1,815/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Parker?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Parker ($1,815/mo): Springfield ($1,320/mo), Panama City Beach ($1,704/mo), Panama City ($1,744/mo).

What percentage of Parker residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45.9% of Parker households are renters, while 54.1% are owner-occupied. Parker leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Parker rent compare to the national average?

Parker's median rent of $1,815/mo is $147 (7%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #235 out of 291 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $1,815/mo, rent takes ~31% of Parker's median household income ($69,657/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Parker 31%Benchmark 30%
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