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Seffner

Pop. 8,885·138th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Seffner, FL
Median rent (all units)
$2,161/mo
Year-over-Year
+3.2%
Month-over-Month
+1.9%
vs US Median
+$196
Rising (Monthly)
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Seffner · $2,161
More expensive than 67% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
62/100
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Rents are 6% below what Seffner's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,161/mo
Expected by trend
$2,297/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,490
1 BR
$1,600
2 BR
$1,880
3 BR
$2,410
4 BR+
$2,930
Research median
$1,880/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
$25,932/yr
At $2,161/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 3.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+3.2% YoY, +1.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Seffner, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 32.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
8,885
Median income
$93,333
Median age
38.8
Renters
16.5%
Age distribution
25.8%
19.4%
27.7%
16.1%
Under 1825.8%
18–3419.4%
35–5427.7%
55–6411%
65+16.1%
Gender
46.2%
53.8%
Male46.2%
Female53.8%
Race & ethnicity
54.8%
18.6%
25.6%
White54.8%
Black18.6%
Hispanic25.6%
Asian1.8%
Education (25+)
33.1%
27.5%
32.3%
No HS diploma7.2%
HS diploma33.1%
Some college27.5%
Bachelor's+32.3%
Housing tenure
83.5%
16.5%
Owner83.5%
Renter16.5%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Seffner, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,858 → $2,161
up 16.3%
Income
$78,204 → $93,333
up 19.3%
Population
8,484 → 8,885
up 4.7%
Renter share
16.8% → 16.5%
-0.3 pts
Bachelor's+
27.1% → 32.3%
+5.2 pts
Median age
39.3 → 38.8
-0.5 yrs

The median rent in Seffner, FL stood at $1,858 in 2022 and currently runs about $2,161, reflecting a 16.3% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $78,204 to $93,333 across the same window, up 19.3% versus 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 4.7% since 2021, moving from about 8,484 residents to roughly 8,885. College-educated residents now make up 32.3% of adults here, versus 27.1% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Seffner, FL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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About renting in Seffner, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Seffner is $2,161/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,490/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,880/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,600/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,410/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($93,333/yr), Seffner ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Seffner an affordable city for renters?

Seffner is considered affordable for renters. At $2,161/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($93,333/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Seffner falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Seffner?

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 $2,161/mo in Seffner. The local median household income is $93,333/yr, meaning the typical Seffner household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Seffner?

Rent in Seffner has increased 3.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Seffner rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Seffner is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #138 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,161/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Seffner?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Seffner ($2,161/mo): Brandon ($1,639/mo), Temple Terrace ($1,793/mo), Tampa ($1,999/mo).

What percentage of Seffner residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 16.5% of Seffner households are renters, while 83.5% are owner-occupied. Seffner leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Seffner rent compare to the national average?

Seffner's median rent of $2,161/mo is $196 (10%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #138 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
28%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,161/mo, rent takes ~28% of Seffner's median household income ($93,333/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Seffner 28%Benchmark 30%
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