RentDataNowRentDataNow
ZIP Code · FL

ZIP 34953

Pop. 86,875·Saint Lucie County·105th most expensive ZIP in Florida
Median rent (all units)
$2,710/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.3%
Month-over-Month
+1.5%
vs US Median
+$745
Rising (Monthly)
Be the first to discuss 34953 rents ↓
Most AffordableMost Expensive
ZIP 34953 · $2,710
More expensive than 84% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,880
1 BR
$1,900
2 BR
$2,270
3 BR
$3,130
4 BR+
$3,330
Research median
$2,270/mo

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

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$32,520/yr
At $2,710/mo median
Location
StateFL
CountySaint Lucie County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 4.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.3% YoY, +1.5% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 34953 (Port Saint Lucie, FL) is majority owner-occupied, 24% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
86,875
Median income
$85,667
Median age
40.6
Renters
13.1%
Age distribution
22.9%
19.4%
30.4%
12.8%
14.4%
Under 1822.9%
18–3419.4%
35–5430.4%
55–6412.8%
65+14.4%
Gender
50%
50%
Male50%
Female50%
Race & ethnicity
50.1%
24%
29.5%
White50.1%
Black24%
Hispanic29.5%
Asian1.8%
Education (25+)
32.2%
35%
24%
No HS diploma8.8%
HS diploma32.2%
Some college35%
Bachelor's+24%
Housing tenure
86.9%
13.1%
Owner86.9%
Renter13.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 34953 in Port Saint Lucie, FL has changed in 5 years

Income
$75,226 → $85,667
up 13.9%
Population
74,414 → 86,875
up 16.7%
Renter share
15.7% → 13.1%
-2.6 pts
Bachelor's+
22.8% → 24%
+1.2 pts
Median age
39.2 → 40.6
+1.4 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $85,667 today, compared with $75,226 five years earlier. Census counts show ZIP 34953 in Port Saint Lucie, FL adding about 12,461 residents over the five-year window, up 16.7% on net. The renter share has eased from 15.7% to 13.1%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

Community

Discussions about ZIP 34953

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

Local insights

Tips for renters in ZIP 34953

About renting in ZIP 34953

Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 34953 covers Port Saint Lucie, FL. The median rent here is $2,710/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,900/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,270/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($85,667/yr), ZIP 34953 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent in ZIP code 34953?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 34953 (Port Saint Lucie, FL) is $2,710. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 34953 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 34953's median rent of $2,710/mo is $745 (38%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 34953 compare to other ZIPs in Florida?

ZIP 34953 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Florida, ranking #105 out of 662 ZIPs tracked at $2,710/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 34953?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $108,000/year (~$52/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,710/mo in ZIP 34953. The local median household income is $85,667/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 34953?

Rent in ZIP 34953 has increased 4.3% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 34953 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 34953 is considered moderate for renters. At $2,710/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($85,667/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 34953 slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

What percentage of ZIP 34953 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 13.1% of ZIP 34953 households are renters, while 86.9% are owner-occupied. ZIP 34953 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 34953 compare to the rest of Port Saint Lucie?

ZIP 34953 is pricier than Port Saint Lucie as a whole. At $2,710/mo, it's $287 above the Port Saint Lucie citywide median of $2,423/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 34953 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 34953 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
38%
MODERATE

At $2,710/mo, rent takes ~38% of ZIP 34953's median household income ($85,667/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 34953 38%Benchmark 30%
State income taxNone
Compare

How does this area stack up?

Pick another city or ZIP to compare.

Schools nearby

Public schools near ZIP 34953 (Port Saint Lucie, FL)

Recent submissions

Be the first to submit your rent for this ZIP.

Recent discussions

No discussions yet.