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Poinciana

Pop. 75,068·206th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Poinciana, FL
Median rent (all units)
$1,932/mo
Year-over-Year
+1.4%
Month-over-Month
Stable
vs US Median
-$33
Stable (Monthly)
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Poinciana · $1,932
More expensive than 55% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
75/100
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Rents are 13% below what Poinciana's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,932/mo
Expected by trend
$2,210/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,570
1 BR
$1,630
2 BR
$1,895
3 BR
$2,455
4 BR+
$2,975
Research median
$1,895/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
$23,184/yr
At $1,932/mo median
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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 (+1.4% YoY, +0.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Poinciana, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
75,068
Median income
$68,015
Median age
39.5
Renters
22.8%
Age distribution
22.9%
20.6%
24.8%
21.5%
Under 1822.9%
18–3420.6%
35–5424.8%
55–6410.1%
65+21.5%
Gender
49.5%
50.5%
Male49.5%
Female50.5%
Race & ethnicity
27.2%
25.8%
54.3%
White27.2%
Black25.8%
Hispanic54.3%
Asian1.5%
Education (25+)
12.1%
32.7%
33.2%
22.1%
No HS diploma12.1%
HS diploma32.7%
Some college33.2%
Bachelor's+22.1%
Housing tenure
77.2%
22.8%
Owner77.2%
Renter22.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Poinciana, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,454 → $1,932
up 32.9%
Income
$53,072 → $68,015
up 28.2%
Population
68,922 → 75,068
up 8.9%
Renter share
26.1% → 22.8%
-3.3 pts
Bachelor's+
18.9% → 22.1%
+3.2 pts
Median age
38.6 → 39.5
+0.9 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Poinciana, FL has climbed from $1,454 to $1,932, a 32.9% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in Poinciana, FL now reports about $68,015, up from $53,072 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 8.9% since 2021, moving from about 68,922 residents to roughly 75,068. Renters now make up 22.8% of households, compared with 26.1% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 22.1% of adults here, versus 18.9% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Poinciana, FL reflects that arc in its own way.

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About renting in Poinciana, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Poinciana is $1,932/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,570/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,895/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,630/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,455/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($68,015/yr), Poinciana ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Poinciana an affordable city for renters?

Poinciana is considered moderate for renters. At $1,932/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($68,015/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Poinciana slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Poinciana?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $77,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,932/mo in Poinciana. The local median household income is $68,015/yr, meaning the typical Poinciana household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Poinciana?

Rent in Poinciana has increased 1.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Poinciana neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Poinciana are 34759 ($1,933/mo), and 34758 ($1,983/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Poinciana is $1,932/mo.

How does Poinciana rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Poinciana is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #206 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,932/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Poinciana?

Lake Wales is nearby and more affordable at $1,586/mo, which is $346 less than Poinciana.

What percentage of Poinciana residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 22.8% of Poinciana households are renters, while 77.2% are owner-occupied. Poinciana leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Poinciana rent compare to the national average?

Poinciana's median rent of $1,932/mo is $33 (2%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #206 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
34%
MODERATE

At $1,932/mo, rent takes ~34% of Poinciana's median household income ($68,015/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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