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Pompano Beach

Pop. 114,147·98th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Pompano Beach, FL
Median rent (all units)
$2,371/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.3%
Month-over-Month
-1.0%
vs US Median
+$406
Falling (Monthly)
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Pompano Beach · $2,371
More expensive than 75% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
70/100
Good value
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Rents are 10% below what Pompano Beach's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,371/mo
Expected by trend
$2,628/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,740
1 BR
$1,895
2 BR
$2,348
3 BR
$3,240
4 BR+
$3,943
Research median
$2,348/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
$28,452/yr
At $2,371/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are climbing (4.3% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.3% YoY, -1.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Pompano Beach, FL is majority owner-occupied, 30.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
114,147
Median income
$67,195
Median age
41.3
Renters
44.5%
Age distribution
19.1%
22.2%
25.6%
13.9%
19.3%
Under 1819.1%
18–3422.2%
35–5425.6%
55–6413.9%
65+19.3%
Gender
53.5%
46.5%
Male53.5%
Female46.5%
Race & ethnicity
41.9%
29.7%
24.9%
White41.9%
Black29.7%
Hispanic24.9%
Asian2.1%
Other1.5%
Education (25+)
14.3%
27.9%
26.9%
30.8%
No HS diploma14.3%
HS diploma27.9%
Some college26.9%
Bachelor's+30.8%
Housing tenure
55.5%
44.5%
Owner55.5%
Renter44.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Pompano Beach, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,663 → $2,371
up 42.6%
Income
$56,109 → $67,195
up 19.8%
Population
111,423 → 114,147
up 2.4%
Renter share
47% → 44.5%
-2.5 pts
Bachelor's+
29% → 30.8%
+1.8 pts

The median rent in Pompano Beach, FL stood at $1,663 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,371, reflecting a 42.6% increase over the period. Census figures show median household income at $67,195 today, compared with $56,109 five years earlier. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 2.4% since 2021, moving from about 111,423 residents to roughly 114,147. Renters now make up 44.5% of households, compared with 47% five years ago. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Pompano Beach rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Pompano Beach, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Pompano Beach is $2,371/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,740/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,348/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,895/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,240/mo.

At 42% of local median household income ($67,195/yr), Pompano Beach ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Pompano Beach an affordable city for renters?

Pompano Beach is considered stretched for renters. At $2,371/mo, rent takes approximately 42% of the local median household income ($67,195/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Pompano Beach significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Pompano Beach?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $95,000/year (~$46/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,371/mo in Pompano Beach. The local median household income is $67,195/yr, meaning the typical Pompano Beach household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Pompano Beach?

Rent in Pompano Beach has increased 4.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Pompano Beach neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Pompano Beach are 33069 ($2,207/mo), 33064 ($2,322/mo), and 33060 ($2,363/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Pompano Beach is $2,371/mo.

How does Pompano Beach rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Pompano Beach is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #98 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,371/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Pompano Beach?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Pompano Beach ($2,371/mo): Margate ($2,154/mo), Oakland Park ($2,182/mo), Coconut Creek ($2,329/mo).

What percentage of Pompano Beach residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 44.5% of Pompano Beach households are renters, while 55.5% are owner-occupied. Pompano Beach leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Pompano Beach rent compare to the national average?

Pompano Beach's median rent of $2,371/mo is $406 (21%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #98 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
42%
STRETCHED

At $2,371/mo, rent takes ~42% of Pompano Beach's median household income ($67,195/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Pompano Beach 42%Benchmark 30%
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