How much does it cost to rent in Riverview, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Riverview, FL is $2,159. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Riverview cheaper than other Florida cities?

Riverview falls in the middle range for Florida, ranking #139 out of 288 cities at $2,159/mo.

When was Riverview rent data last updated?

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

City Report · FL

Riverview

Name: Average Rent Prices in Riverview, FL
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Pop. 113,697·139th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Riverview, FL

Median rent (all units)

$2,159/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.5%

Month-over-Month

+0.7%

vs US Median

+$194

Rising (Monthly)

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Riverview · $2,159

More expensive than 67% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

72/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 11% below what Riverview's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,159/mo

Expected by trend

$2,420/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,043

1 BR

$2,200

2 BR

$2,580

3 BR

$3,303

4 BR+

$4,020

Research median

$2,580/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

$25,908/yr

At $2,159/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, +0.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Riverview, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 36.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

113,697

Median income

$100,438

Median age

35.6

Renters

24.3%

Age distribution

26.3%

22.5%

29.7%

Under 1826.3%

18–3422.5%

35–5429.7%

55–6410.3%

65+11.2%

Gender

48.4%

51.6%

Male48.4%

Female51.6%

Race & ethnicity

48.7%

22.4%

24.5%

White48.7%

Black22.4%

Hispanic24.5%

Asian5%

Education (25+)

23.6%

32.5%

36.5%

No HS diploma7.3%

HS diploma23.6%

Some college32.5%

Bachelor's+36.5%

Housing tenure

75.7%

24.3%

Owner75.7%

Renter24.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Riverview, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,603 → $2,159

up 34.7%

Income

$79,213 → $100,438

up 26.8%

Population

98,928 → 113,697

up 14.9%

Renter share

28.1% → 24.3%

-3.8 pts

Bachelor's+

31.7% → 36.5%

+4.8 pts

Median age

36.5 → 35.6

-0.9 yrs

The median rent in Riverview, FL stood at $1,603 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,159, reflecting a 34.7% increase over the period. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $79,213 in 2021 to $100,438 more recently. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 14.9% since 2021, moving from about 98,928 residents to roughly 113,697. Renters now make up 24.3% of households, compared with 28.1% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 36.5% of adults here, versus 31.7% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Riverview, FL market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Riverview on your salary?

At $2,159/mo, how Riverview rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 29.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 41.5% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 36.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 20.2% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 15.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 44.4% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 49.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 39.9% income

stretched

By apartment size

Riverview rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Riverview

About renting in Riverview, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Riverview is $2,159/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,043/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,580/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,200/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,303/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($100,438/yr), Riverview ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverview an affordable city for renters?

Riverview is considered affordable for renters. At $2,159/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($100,438/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Riverview falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Riverview?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $86,000/year (~$41/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,159/mo in Riverview. The local median household income is $100,438/yr, meaning the typical Riverview household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Riverview?

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

Which Riverview neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Riverview are 33578 ($1,985/mo), 33569 ($2,319/mo), and 33579 ($2,535/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Riverview is $2,159/mo.

How does Riverview rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Riverview is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #139 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,159/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Riverview?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Riverview ($2,159/mo): Brandon ($1,639/mo), Sun City Center ($2,143/mo).

What percentage of Riverview residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 24.3% of Riverview households are renters, while 75.7% are owner-occupied. Riverview leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Riverview rent compare to the national average?

Riverview's median rent of $2,159/mo is $194 (10%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #139 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

26%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,159/mo, rent takes ~26% of Riverview's median household income ($100,438/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Riverview 26%Benchmark 30%

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