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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Port Richey, FL is $1,678. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Port Richey cheaper than other Florida cities?

Port Richey is among the more affordable cities in Florida, ranking #258 out of 288 cities at $1,678/mo.

When was Port Richey rent data last updated?

Port Richey 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 Richey

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Pop. 3,364·258th most expensive in Florida·Rents have been falling, good time to negotiate

Median rent (all units)

$1,678/mo

Year-over-Year

-3.0%

Month-over-Month

-1.8%

vs US Median

-$287

Falling (Monthly)

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Port Richey · $1,678

More affordable than 63% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

65/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 7% below what Port Richey's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,678/mo

Expected by trend

$1,811/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,430

1 BR

$1,540

2 BR

$1,810

3 BR

$2,320

4 BR+

$2,820

Research median

$1,810/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

$20,136/yr

At $1,678/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 3.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-3.0% YoY, -1.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Port Richey, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

3,364

Median income

$51,121

Median age

49.4

Renters

36.2%

Age distribution

14.9%

19.3%

22.2%

17.6%

26.1%

Under 1814.9%

18–3419.3%

35–5422.2%

55–6417.6%

65+26.1%

Gender

53.1%

46.9%

Male53.1%

Female46.9%

Race & ethnicity

80.8%

22.4%

White80.8%

Black0.7%

Hispanic22.4%

Asian1.3%

Education (25+)

37.8%

24.6%

32.9%

No HS diploma4.7%

HS diploma37.8%

Some college24.6%

Bachelor's+32.9%

Housing tenure

63.8%

36.2%

Owner63.8%

Renter36.2%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Port Richey, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,560 → $1,678

up 7.6%

Income

$44,792 → $51,121

up 14.1%

Population

3,027 → 3,364

up 11.1%

Renter share

37.8% → 36.2%

-1.6 pts

Bachelor's+

26.8% → 32.9%

+6.1 pts

Median age

48.1 → 49.4

+1.3 yrs

Rent in Port Richey, FL has climbed 7.6% since 2022, going from about $1,560 per month to roughly $1,678 today. Median household income grew from $44,792 to $51,121 between 2021 and 2024, a 14.1% shift. Income growth outran rent by about 6.5 percentage points, easing the affordability math somewhat compared with 2021. Headcount in the area went from 3,027 to 3,364 between 2021 and 2024, a 11.1% change. About 36.2% of households rent today, against 37.8% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 26.8% to 32.9%. Taken together, the five-year picture in Port Richey, FL reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Port Richey on your salary?

At $1,678/mo, how Port Richey rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 22.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 32.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 28% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 15.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 12.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 34.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 38.2% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 31% income

stretched

By apartment size

Port Richey rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Port Richey

About renting in Port Richey, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Port Richey is $1,678/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,430/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,810/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,540/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,320/mo.

At 39% of local median household income ($51,121/yr), Port Richey ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Port Richey an affordable city for renters?

Port Richey is considered moderate for renters. At $1,678/mo, rent takes approximately 39% of the local median household income ($51,121/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Port Richey slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

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

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $67,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,678/mo in Port Richey. The local median household income is $51,121/yr, meaning the typical Port Richey household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Port Richey?

Rent in Port Richey has decreased 3.0% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

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

Port Richey is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #258 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,678/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Port Richey?

Holiday is nearby and more affordable at $1,672/mo, which is $6 less than Port Richey.

What percentage of Port Richey residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 36.2% of Port Richey households are renters, while 63.8% are owner-occupied. Port Richey leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Port Richey rent compare to the national average?

Port Richey's median rent of $1,678/mo is $287 (15%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #258 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

39%

MODERATE

At $1,678/mo, rent takes ~39% of Port Richey's median household income ($51,121/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Port Richey 39%Benchmark 30%

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