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South Highpoint

Pop. 4,174·246th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for South Highpoint, FL
Median rent (all units)
$1,758/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-8.4%
vs US Median
-$207
Falling (Monthly)
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South Highpoint · $1,758
More affordable than 57% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
35% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,758/mo, rent takes about 35% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$70,000/yr
Local median income
$61,105/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using South Highpoint's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,590
1 BR
$1,710
2 BR
$2,010
3 BR
$2,570
4 BR+
$3,130
Research median
$2,010/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$21,096/yr
At $1,758/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -8.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

South Highpoint, FL is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 18% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
4,174
Median income
$61,105
Median age
38.1
Renters
47.5%
Age distribution
24.6%
19%
31.4%
15.4%
Under 1824.6%
18–3419%
35–5431.4%
55–649.7%
65+15.4%
Gender
50.4%
49.6%
Male50.4%
Female49.6%
Race & ethnicity
62.2%
40.1%
White62.2%
Black5.2%
Hispanic40.1%
Asian3.9%
Education (25+)
15.7%
33.8%
32.4%
18%
No HS diploma15.7%
HS diploma33.8%
Some college32.4%
Bachelor's+18%
Housing tenure
52.5%
47.5%
Owner52.5%
Renter47.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How South Highpoint, FL has changed in 5 years

Income
$48,504 → $61,105
up 26.0%
Population
5,744 → 4,174
down 27.3%
Renter share
55% → 47.5%
-7.5 pts
Bachelor's+
9.8% → 18%
+8.2 pts
Median age
35.1 → 38.1
+3.0 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $48,504 to $61,105 across the same window, up 26.0% versus 2021. Census counts show South Highpoint, FL losing about 1,570 residents over the five-year window, down 27.3% on net. The renter share has eased from 55% to 47.5%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 9.8% to 18% across the same window.

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About renting in South Highpoint, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in South Highpoint is $1,758/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,590/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,010/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,710/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,570/mo.

At 35% of local median household income ($61,105/yr), South Highpoint ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is South Highpoint an affordable city for renters?

South Highpoint is considered moderate for renters. At $1,758/mo, rent takes approximately 35% of the local median household income ($61,105/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. South Highpoint slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in South Highpoint?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $70,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,758/mo in South Highpoint. The local median household income is $61,105/yr, meaning the typical South Highpoint household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in South Highpoint?

Rent in South Highpoint has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does South Highpoint rent compare to other cities in Florida?

South Highpoint is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #246 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,758/mo.

What percentage of South Highpoint residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 47.5% of South Highpoint households are renters, while 52.5% are owner-occupied. South Highpoint leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does South Highpoint rent compare to the national average?

South Highpoint's median rent of $1,758/mo is $207 (11%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #246 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
35%
MODERATE

At $1,758/mo, rent takes ~35% of South Highpoint's median household income ($61,105/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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