How much does it cost to rent in West Melbourne, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in West Melbourne, FL is $1,948. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is West Melbourne cheaper than other Florida cities?

West Melbourne is among the more affordable cities in Florida, ranking #199 out of 288 cities at $1,948/mo.

When was West Melbourne rent data last updated?

West Melbourne 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

West Melbourne

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Pop. 28,795·199th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for West Melbourne, FL

Median rent (all units)

$1,948/mo

Year-over-Year

+0.7%

Month-over-Month

+1.9%

vs US Median

-$17

Rising (Monthly)

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West Melbourne · $1,948

More expensive than 56% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

77/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 14% below what West Melbourne's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,948/mo

Expected by trend

$2,254/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,047

1 BR

$1,579

2 BR

$1,981

3 BR

$1,904

4 BR+

$1,779

Research median

$1,981/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

$23,376/yr

At $1,948/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (0.7% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.7% YoY, +1.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

West Melbourne, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 42% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

28,795

Median income

$92,986

Median age

39.4

Renters

27.1%

Age distribution

20.9%

24.5%

18.9%

Under 1820.9%

18–3424.5%

35–5424.5%

55–6411.1%

65+18.9%

Gender

51.4%

48.6%

Male51.4%

Female48.6%

Race & ethnicity

71.7%

15.2%

White71.7%

Black4.1%

Hispanic15.2%

Asian6.1%

Other2.9%

Education (25+)

20.6%

32.5%

42%

No HS diploma4.8%

HS diploma20.6%

Some college32.5%

Bachelor's+42%

Housing tenure

72.9%

27.1%

Owner72.9%

Renter27.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How West Melbourne, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,453 → $1,948

up 34.1%

Income

$76,848 → $92,986

up 21.0%

Population

25,768 → 28,795

up 11.7%

Renter share

19% → 27.1%

+8.1 pts

Bachelor's+

39.8% → 42%

+2.2 pts

Median age

41.5 → 39.4

-2.1 yrs

Compared with 2021, rent in West Melbourne, FL has climbed by $495 per month, settling near $1,948 after starting the period at $1,453. Household income in the area moved from $76,848 to $92,986 across the same window, up 21.0% versus 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 13.1 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 25,768 to 28,795 between 2021 and 2024, a 11.7% change. About 27.1% of households rent today, against 19% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 39.8% to 42%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in West Melbourne, FL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in West Melbourne on your salary?

At $1,948/mo, how West Melbourne rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 26.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 37.5% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 32.5% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 18.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 14.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 40% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 44.3% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 36% income

stretched

By apartment size

West Melbourne rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in West Melbourne, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in West Melbourne is $1,948/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,047/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,981/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,579/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,904/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($92,986/yr), West Melbourne ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is West Melbourne an affordable city for renters?

West Melbourne is considered affordable for renters. At $1,948/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($92,986/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. West Melbourne falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in West Melbourne?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $78,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,948/mo in West Melbourne. The local median household income is $92,986/yr, meaning the typical West Melbourne household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in West Melbourne?

Rent in West Melbourne has increased 0.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does West Melbourne rent compare to other cities in Florida?

West Melbourne is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #199 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,948/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than West Melbourne?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than West Melbourne ($1,948/mo): Melbourne ($1,862/mo), Palm Bay ($1,881/mo).

What percentage of West Melbourne residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 27.1% of West Melbourne households are renters, while 72.9% are owner-occupied. West Melbourne leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does West Melbourne rent compare to the national average?

West Melbourne's median rent of $1,948/mo is $17 (1%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #199 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

25%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,948/mo, rent takes ~25% of West Melbourne's median household income ($92,986/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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