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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Tamarac, FL is $2,155. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Tamarac cheaper than other Florida cities?

Tamarac falls in the middle range for Florida, ranking #142 out of 288 cities at $2,155/mo.

When was Tamarac rent data last updated?

Tamarac 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

Tamarac

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Pop. 73,019·142nd most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Tamarac, FL

Median rent (all units)

$2,155/mo

Year-over-Year

-1.8%

Month-over-Month

+0.9%

vs US Median

+$190

Rising (Monthly)

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Tamarac · $2,155

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

Rent Reality Score

71/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$2,155/mo

Expected by trend

$2,408/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,765

1 BR

$1,925

2 BR

$2,380

3 BR

$3,285

4 BR+

$3,995

Research median

$2,380/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

$25,860/yr

At $2,155/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (-1.8% YoY, +0.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Tamarac, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 29.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

73,019

Median income

$61,718

Median age

Renters

23.8%

Age distribution

17.7%

18.2%

24.9%

13.3%

25.9%

Under 1817.7%

18–3418.2%

35–5424.9%

55–6413.3%

65+25.9%

Gender

45.3%

54.7%

Male45.3%

Female54.7%

Race & ethnicity

32.9%

36.9%

31.5%

White32.9%

Black36.9%

Hispanic31.5%

Asian3%

Education (25+)

28.9%

30.5%

29.4%

No HS diploma11.2%

HS diploma28.9%

Some college30.5%

Bachelor's+29.4%

Housing tenure

76.2%

23.8%

Owner76.2%

Renter23.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Tamarac, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,539 → $2,155

up 40.0%

Income

$54,114 → $61,718

up 14.1%

Population

71,140 → 73,019

up 2.6%

Renter share

26.8% → 23.8%

-3.0 pts

Bachelor's+

28% → 29.4%

+1.4 pts

Rent in Tamarac, FL has increased 40.0% since 2021, going from about $1,539 per month to roughly $2,155 today. Median household income grew from $54,114 to $61,718 between 2021 and 2024, a 14.1% shift. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 25.9 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 71,140 to 73,019 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.6% change. About 23.8% of households rent today, against 26.8% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Tamarac, 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 Tamarac on your salary?

At $2,155/mo, how Tamarac rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 29.4% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 41.5% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 36% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 20.1% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 15.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 44.3% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 49% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 39.8% income

stretched

By apartment size

Tamarac rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Tamarac, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Tamarac is $2,155/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,765/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,380/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,925/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,285/mo.

At 42% of local median household income ($61,718/yr), Tamarac ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Tamarac an affordable city for renters?

Tamarac is considered stretched for renters. At $2,155/mo, rent takes approximately 42% of the local median household income ($61,718/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Tamarac significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Tamarac?

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 $2,155/mo in Tamarac. The local median household income is $61,718/yr, meaning the typical Tamarac household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Tamarac?

Rent in Tamarac has decreased 1.8% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Tamarac neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Tamarac are 33319 ($1,873/mo), and 33321 ($2,157/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Tamarac is $2,155/mo.

How does Tamarac rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Tamarac is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #142 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,155/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Tamarac?

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

What percentage of Tamarac residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23.8% of Tamarac households are renters, while 76.2% are owner-occupied. Tamarac leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Tamarac rent compare to the national average?

Tamarac's median rent of $2,155/mo is $190 (10%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #142 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

42%

STRETCHED

At $2,155/mo, rent takes ~42% of Tamarac's median household income ($61,718/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Tamarac 42%Benchmark 30%

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