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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Sunrise, FL is $2,566. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Sunrise cheaper than other Florida cities?

Sunrise is one of the pricier cities in Florida, ranking #60 out of 288 cities tracked at $2,566/mo.

When was Sunrise rent data last updated?

Sunrise 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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Sunrise

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Pop. 97,918·60th most expensive in Florida·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,566/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.8%

Month-over-Month

+0.5%

vs US Median

+$601

Stable (Monthly)

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Sunrise · $2,566

More expensive than 81% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

63/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% below what Sunrise's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,566/mo

Expected by trend

$2,741/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,000

1 BR

$2,180

2 BR

$2,700

3 BR

$3,730

4 BR+

$4,535

Research median

$2,700/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

$30,792/yr

At $2,566/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (2.8% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.8% YoY, +0.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Sunrise, FL is majority owner-occupied, 33.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

97,918

Median income

$77,652

Median age

41.7

Renters

31.2%

Age distribution

20.7%

19.9%

26.7%

13.2%

19.5%

Under 1820.7%

18–3419.9%

35–5426.7%

55–6413.2%

65+19.5%

Gender

47.6%

52.4%

Male47.6%

Female52.4%

Race & ethnicity

28%

33.5%

36%

White28%

Black33.5%

Hispanic36%

Asian4.7%

Education (25+)

25.9%

31.5%

33.6%

No HS diploma8.9%

HS diploma25.9%

Some college31.5%

Bachelor's+33.6%

Housing tenure

68.8%

31.2%

Owner68.8%

Renter31.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Sunrise, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,759 → $2,566

up 45.9%

Income

$61,830 → $77,652

up 25.6%

Population

96,220 → 97,918

up 1.8%

Renter share

30.4% → 31.2%

+0.8 pts

Bachelor's+

31.1% → 33.6%

+2.5 pts

Median age

40.8 → 41.7

+0.9 yrs

Rent in Sunrise, FL has climbed 45.9% since 2021, going from about $1,759 per month to roughly $2,566 today. Household income in the area moved from $61,830 to $77,652 across the same window, up 25.6% versus 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 20.3 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 96,220 to 97,918 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.8% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 31.1% to 33.6%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Sunrise, FL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Sunrise on your salary?

At $2,566/mo, how Sunrise rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 35% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 49.4% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 42.8% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 24% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 18.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 52.7% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 58.4% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 47.4% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Sunrise rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Sunrise

About renting in Sunrise, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Sunrise is $2,566/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,000/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,700/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,180/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,730/mo.

At 40% of local median household income ($77,652/yr), Sunrise ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunrise an affordable city for renters?

Sunrise is considered moderate for renters. At $2,566/mo, rent takes approximately 40% of the local median household income ($77,652/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Sunrise slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Sunrise?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $103,000/year (~$50/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,566/mo in Sunrise. The local median household income is $77,652/yr, meaning the typical Sunrise household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Sunrise?

Rent in Sunrise has increased 2.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Sunrise neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Sunrise are 33351 ($2,398/mo), and 33322 ($2,580/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Sunrise is $2,566/mo.

How does Sunrise rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Sunrise is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #60 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,566/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Sunrise?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Sunrise ($2,566/mo): Lauderhill ($1,892/mo), Lauderdale Lakes ($1,920/mo), Tamarac ($2,155/mo).

What percentage of Sunrise residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31.2% of Sunrise households are renters, while 68.8% are owner-occupied. Sunrise leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Sunrise rent compare to the national average?

Sunrise's median rent of $2,566/mo is $601 (31%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #60 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

40%

MODERATE

At $2,566/mo, rent takes ~40% of Sunrise's median household income ($77,652/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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