How much does it cost to rent in Wilton Manors, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Wilton Manors, FL is $2,299. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Wilton Manors cheaper than other Florida cities?

Wilton Manors falls in the middle range for Florida, ranking #113 out of 288 cities at $2,299/mo.

When was Wilton Manors rent data last updated?

Wilton Manors 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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Wilton Manors

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Pop. 11,511·113th most expensive in Florida·Wilton Manors rents are up 13.4% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,299/mo

Year-over-Year

+13.4%

Month-over-Month

-2.2%

vs US Median

+$334

Falling (Monthly)

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Wilton Manors · $2,299

More expensive than 73% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

32% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,299/mo, rent takes about 32% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$92,000/yr

Local median income

$85,392/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Wilton Manors's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,769

1 BR

$1,647

2 BR

$1,966

3 BR

$2,755

Research median

$1,966/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

$27,588/yr

At $2,299/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 13.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+13.4% YoY, -2.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Wilton Manors, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 45.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

11,511

Median income

$85,392

Median age

55.1

Renters

38.4%

Age distribution

14.6%

28.5%

27.4%

22.9%

Under 186.5%

18–3414.6%

35–5428.5%

55–6427.4%

65+22.9%

Gender

66.5%

33.5%

Male66.5%

Female33.5%

Race & ethnicity

70.2%

14.3%

White70.2%

Black7%

Hispanic14.3%

Asian4.1%

Other4.4%

Education (25+)

17.6%

31.5%

45.2%

No HS diploma5.8%

HS diploma17.6%

Some college31.5%

Bachelor's+45.2%

Housing tenure

61.6%

38.4%

Owner61.6%

Renter38.4%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Wilton Manors, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,125 → $2,299

up 8.2%

Income

$81,250 → $85,392

up 5.1%

Population

11,525 → 11,511

down 0.1%

Renter share

37.2% → 38.4%

+1.2 pts

Bachelor's+

50.2% → 45.2%

-5.0 pts

Median age

53.7 → 55.1

+1.4 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Wilton Manors, FL has shifted from $2,125 to $2,299, up 8.2% since 2022. Household income in the area moved from $81,250 to $85,392 across the same window, up 5.1% versus 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 50.2% to 45.2% across the same window. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Wilton Manors, FL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Wilton Manors on your salary?

At $2,299/mo, how Wilton Manors rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 31.4% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 44.2% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 38.4% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 21.5% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 16.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 47.2% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 52.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 42.4% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Wilton Manors rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Wilton Manors

About renting in Wilton Manors, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Wilton Manors is $2,299/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,769/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,966/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,647/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,755/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($85,392/yr), Wilton Manors ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 13.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Wilton Manors an affordable city for renters?

Wilton Manors is considered moderate for renters. At $2,299/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($85,392/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Wilton Manors slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Wilton Manors?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $92,000/year (~$44/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,299/mo in Wilton Manors. The local median household income is $85,392/yr, meaning the typical Wilton Manors household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Wilton Manors?

Rent in Wilton Manors has increased 13.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Wilton Manors rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Wilton Manors is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #113 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,299/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Wilton Manors?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Wilton Manors ($2,299/mo): Lauderhill ($1,892/mo), Lauderdale Lakes ($1,920/mo), Oakland Park ($2,182/mo).

What percentage of Wilton Manors residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38.4% of Wilton Manors households are renters, while 61.6% are owner-occupied. Wilton Manors leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Wilton Manors rent compare to the national average?

Wilton Manors's median rent of $2,299/mo is $334 (17%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #113 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

32%

MODERATE

At $2,299/mo, rent takes ~32% of Wilton Manors's median household income ($85,392/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Wilton Manors 32%Benchmark 30%

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