How much does it cost to rent in Port Charlotte, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Port Charlotte, FL is $1,794. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Port Charlotte cheaper than other Florida cities?

Port Charlotte is among the more affordable cities in Florida, ranking #237 out of 288 cities at $1,794/mo.

When was Port Charlotte rent data last updated?

Port Charlotte 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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Port Charlotte

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Pop. 66,133·237th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Port Charlotte, FL

Median rent (all units)

$1,794/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.5%

Month-over-Month

+1.5%

vs US Median

-$171

Rising (Monthly)

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Port Charlotte · $1,794

More affordable than 54% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

34% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,794/mo, rent takes about 34% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$72,000/yr

Local median income

$63,844/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Port Charlotte's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,295

1 BR

$1,303

2 BR

$1,638

3 BR

$2,298

4 BR+

$2,548

Research median

$1,638/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

$21,528/yr

At $1,794/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (0.5% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.5% YoY, +1.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Port Charlotte, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

66,133

Median income

$63,844

Median age

55.4

Renters

16.8%

Age distribution

13.8%

15.8%

19.9%

17.5%

33.1%

Under 1813.8%

18–3415.8%

35–5419.9%

55–6417.5%

65+33.1%

Gender

47.9%

52.1%

Male47.9%

Female52.1%

Race & ethnicity

75.2%

12.6%

White75.2%

Black8.3%

Hispanic12.6%

Asian1.5%

Other2.4%

Education (25+)

35.4%

33.7%

20.8%

No HS diploma10.2%

HS diploma35.4%

Some college33.7%

Bachelor's+20.8%

Housing tenure

83.2%

16.8%

Owner83.2%

Renter16.8%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Port Charlotte, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,763 → $1,794

up 1.8%

Income

$54,956 → $63,844

up 16.2%

Population

62,531 → 66,133

up 5.8%

Renter share

19.9% → 16.8%

-3.1 pts

Bachelor's+

19.5% → 20.8%

+1.3 pts

Rent in Port Charlotte, FL has increased 1.8% since 2022, going from about $1,763 per month to roughly $1,794 today. Household income in the area moved from $54,956 to $63,844 across the same window, up 16.2% versus 2021. Income growth outran rent by about 14.4 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 62,531 to 66,133 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.8% change. About 16.8% of households rent today, against 19.9% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Port Charlotte, FL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Port Charlotte on your salary?

At $1,794/mo, how Port Charlotte rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 24.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 34.5% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 30% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 16.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 13.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 36.9% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 40.8% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 33.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Port Charlotte rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Port Charlotte

About renting in Port Charlotte, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Port Charlotte is $1,794/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,295/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,638/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,303/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,298/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($63,844/yr), Port Charlotte ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Port Charlotte an affordable city for renters?

Port Charlotte is considered moderate for renters. At $1,794/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($63,844/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Port Charlotte slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Port Charlotte?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $72,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,794/mo in Port Charlotte. The local median household income is $63,844/yr, meaning the typical Port Charlotte household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Port Charlotte?

Rent in Port Charlotte has increased 0.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Port Charlotte neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Port Charlotte are 33952 ($1,650/mo), 33953 ($1,657/mo), and 33954 ($1,753/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Port Charlotte is $1,794/mo.

How does Port Charlotte rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Port Charlotte is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #237 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,794/mo.

What percentage of Port Charlotte residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 16.8% of Port Charlotte households are renters, while 83.2% are owner-occupied. Port Charlotte leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Port Charlotte rent compare to the national average?

Port Charlotte's median rent of $1,794/mo is $171 (9%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #237 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

34%

MODERATE

At $1,794/mo, rent takes ~34% of Port Charlotte's median household income ($63,844/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Port Charlotte 34%Benchmark 30%

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