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ZIP 32043

Pop. 34,562·Clay County·307th most expensive ZIP in Florida
Median rent (all units)
$2,147/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.3%
Month-over-Month
+1.8%
vs US Median
+$182
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ZIP 32043 · $2,147
More expensive than 67% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,330
1 BR
$1,360
2 BR
$1,630
3 BR
$2,010
4 BR+
$2,520
Research median
$1,630/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$25,764/yr
At $2,147/mo median
Location
StateFL
CountyClay County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 5.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+5.3% YoY, +1.8% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 32043 (Green Cove Springs, FL) is majority owner-occupied, 29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
34,562
Median income
$84,145
Median age
40.2
Renters
21.3%
Age distribution
23.2%
18.4%
28.8%
13.5%
16.1%
Under 1823.2%
18–3418.4%
35–5428.8%
55–6413.5%
65+16.1%
Gender
50.8%
49.2%
Male50.8%
Female49.2%
Race & ethnicity
77.9%
White77.9%
Black9.3%
Hispanic7.3%
Asian1.7%
Other3.8%
Education (25+)
28.3%
35.5%
29.1%
No HS diploma7%
HS diploma28.3%
Some college35.5%
Bachelor's+29.1%
Housing tenure
78.7%
21.3%
Owner78.7%
Renter21.3%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 32043 in Green Cove Springs, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,605 → $2,147
up 33.8%
Income
$64,973 → $84,145
up 29.5%
Population
30,249 → 34,562
up 14.3%
Renter share
20.9% → 21.3%
+0.4 pts
Bachelor's+
27.3% → 29.1%
+1.8 pts

Since 2021, the typical rent in ZIP 32043 in Green Cove Springs, FL has climbed from $1,605 to $2,147, a 33.8% change over five years. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 32043 in Green Cove Springs, FL now reports about $84,145, up from $64,973 in 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 14.3% since 2021, moving from about 30,249 residents to roughly 34,562. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 32043 in Green Cove Springs, FL reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 32043 covers Green Cove Springs, FL. The median rent here is $2,147/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,360/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,630/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($84,145/yr), ZIP 32043 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.3% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 32043?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 32043 (Green Cove Springs, FL) is $2,147. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 32043 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 32043's median rent of $2,147/mo is $182 (9%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 32043 compare to other ZIPs in Florida?

ZIP 32043 falls in the middle range for Florida, ranking #307 out of 662 ZIPs at $2,147/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 32043?

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 $2,147/mo in ZIP 32043. The local median household income is $84,145/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 32043?

Rent in ZIP 32043 has increased 5.3% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 32043 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 32043 is considered moderate for renters. At $2,147/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($84,145/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 32043 slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

What percentage of ZIP 32043 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 21.3% of ZIP 32043 households are renters, while 78.7% are owner-occupied. ZIP 32043 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 32043 compare to the rest of Green Cove Springs?

ZIP 32043 sits right at the Green Cove Springs citywide median of $2,147/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 32043 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 32043 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $2,147/mo, rent takes ~31% of ZIP 32043's median household income ($84,145/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 32043 31%Benchmark 30%
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