How much does it cost to rent in Vero Beach, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Vero Beach, FL is $2,214. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Vero Beach cheaper than other Florida cities?

Vero Beach falls in the middle range for Florida, ranking #130 out of 288 cities at $2,214/mo.

When was Vero Beach rent data last updated?

Vero Beach 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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Vero Beach

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Pop. 17,042·130th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Vero Beach, FL

Median rent (all units)

$2,214/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.5%

Month-over-Month

Stable

vs US Median

+$249

Stable (Monthly)

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Vero Beach · $2,214

More expensive than 69% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

76/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 13% below what Vero Beach's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,214/mo

Expected by trend

$2,541/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,228

1 BR

$1,235

2 BR

$1,553

3 BR

$1,928

4 BR+

$2,578

Research median

$1,553/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

$26,568/yr

At $2,214/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (3.5% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.5% YoY, +0.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Vero Beach, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 39.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

17,042

Median income

$69,758

Median age

52.5

Renters

35.6%

Age distribution

13.7%

19.2%

20.4%

17.8%

28.9%

Under 1813.7%

18–3419.2%

35–5420.4%

55–6417.8%

65+28.9%

Gender

45.4%

54.6%

Male45.4%

Female54.6%

Race & ethnicity

73.1%

White73.1%

Black9.2%

Hispanic11.6%

Asian2%

Other4%

Education (25+)

23.1%

28.2%

39.1%

No HS diploma9.6%

HS diploma23.1%

Some college28.2%

Bachelor's+39.1%

Housing tenure

64.4%

35.6%

Owner64.4%

Renter35.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Vero Beach, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,542 → $2,214

up 43.6%

Income

$54,311 → $69,758

up 28.4%

Population

16,254 → 17,042

up 4.8%

Renter share

32.8% → 35.6%

+2.8 pts

Bachelor's+

40.8% → 39.1%

-1.7 pts

Median age

53 → 52.5

-0.5 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Vero Beach, FL has shifted from $1,542 to $2,214, up 43.6% since 2021. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $54,311 in 2021 to $69,758 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Vero Beach, FL adding about 788 residents over the five-year window, up 4.8% on net. The renter share has risen from 32.8% to 35.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Vero Beach, FL market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Vero Beach on your salary?

At $2,214/mo, how Vero Beach rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 30.2% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 42.6% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 37% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 20.7% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 16.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 45.5% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 50.4% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 40.9% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Vero Beach rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Vero Beach

About renting in Vero Beach, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Vero Beach is $2,214/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,228/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,553/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,235/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,928/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($69,758/yr), Vero Beach ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Vero Beach an affordable city for renters?

Vero Beach is considered moderate for renters. At $2,214/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($69,758/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Vero Beach slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Vero Beach?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $89,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,214/mo in Vero Beach. The local median household income is $69,758/yr, meaning the typical Vero Beach household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Vero Beach?

Rent in Vero Beach has increased 3.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Vero Beach neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Vero Beach are 32962 ($1,820/mo), 32966 ($1,987/mo), and 32960 ($2,049/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Vero Beach is $2,214/mo.

How does Vero Beach rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Vero Beach is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #130 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,214/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Vero Beach?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Vero Beach ($2,214/mo): Palm Bay ($1,881/mo), Fort Pierce ($1,955/mo), Sebastian ($1,994/mo).

What percentage of Vero Beach residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.6% of Vero Beach households are renters, while 64.4% are owner-occupied. Vero Beach leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Vero Beach rent compare to the national average?

Vero Beach's median rent of $2,214/mo is $249 (13%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #130 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

38%

MODERATE

At $2,214/mo, rent takes ~38% of Vero Beach's median household income ($69,758/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Vero Beach 38%Benchmark 30%

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