How much does it cost to rent in Plant City, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Plant City, FL is $1,847. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Plant City cheaper than other Florida cities?

Plant City is among the more affordable cities in Florida, ranking #224 out of 288 cities at $1,847/mo.

When was Plant City rent data last updated?

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

Is Plant City a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Plant City is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 9.2% 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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Plant City

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Pop. 40,887·224th most expensive in Florida·Plant City rents have dropped 9.2%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$1,847/mo

Year-over-Year

-9.2%

Month-over-Month

+1.5%

vs US Median

-$118

Rising (Monthly)

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Plant City · $1,847

More affordable than 51% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

84/100

Great value

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Rents are 17% below what Plant City's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,847/mo

Expected by trend

$2,223/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,350

1 BR

$1,457

2 BR

$1,710

3 BR

$2,190

4 BR+

$2,663

Research median

$1,710/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

$22,164/yr

At $1,847/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 9.2% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-9.2% YoY, +1.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Plant City, FL is majority owner-occupied, 24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

40,887

Median income

$67,439

Median age

37.1

Renters

33.6%

Age distribution

24%

22.7%

27.6%

14.4%

Under 1824%

18–3422.7%

35–5427.6%

55–6411.4%

65+14.4%

Gender

49.6%

50.4%

Male49.6%

Female50.4%

Race & ethnicity

56.5%

15.1%

33.9%

White56.5%

Black15.1%

Hispanic33.9%

Asian1.8%

Education (25+)

17.1%

31.1%

27.5%

24.2%

No HS diploma17.1%

HS diploma31.1%

Some college27.5%

Bachelor's+24.2%

Housing tenure

66.4%

33.6%

Owner66.4%

Renter33.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Plant City, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,526 → $1,847

up 21.0%

Income

$57,025 → $67,439

up 18.3%

Population

39,272 → 40,887

up 4.1%

Renter share

39% → 33.6%

-5.4 pts

Bachelor's+

22.8% → 24.2%

+1.4 pts

Five years ago, renters in Plant City, FL paid around $1,526 a month. That figure now sits near $1,847, up 21.0% from the 2021 baseline. Household income in the area moved from $57,025 to $67,439 across the same window, up 18.3% versus 2021. Census counts show Plant City, FL adding about 1,615 residents over the five-year window, up 4.1% on net. The renter share has eased from 39% to 33.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Plant City, FL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Plant City on your salary?

At $1,847/mo, how Plant City rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 25.2% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 35.5% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 30.8% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 17.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 13.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 37.9% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 42% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 34.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Plant City rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Plant City

About renting in Plant City, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Plant City is $1,847/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,350/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,710/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,457/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,190/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($67,439/yr), Plant City ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 9.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Plant City an affordable city for renters?

Plant City is considered moderate for renters. At $1,847/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($67,439/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Plant City slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Plant City?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,847/mo in Plant City. The local median household income is $67,439/yr, meaning the typical Plant City household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Plant City?

Rent in Plant City has decreased 9.2% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Plant City neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Plant City are 33563 ($1,684/mo), 33566 ($1,797/mo), and 33565 ($2,586/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Plant City is $1,847/mo.

How does Plant City rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Plant City is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #224 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,847/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Plant City?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Plant City ($1,847/mo): Brandon ($1,639/mo), Lakeland ($1,689/mo), Zephyrhills ($1,812/mo).

What percentage of Plant City residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.6% of Plant City households are renters, while 66.4% are owner-occupied. Plant City leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Plant City rent compare to the national average?

Plant City's median rent of $1,847/mo is $118 (6%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #224 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $1,847/mo, rent takes ~33% of Plant City's median household income ($67,439/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Plant City 33%Benchmark 30%

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