salaryRent is higher than in 70% of U.S. cities. Incomes are on the low side for rents this high, so budgets feel tight. A typical house costs about 4.7 years of household income.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $80,920 a year. That is $39 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Florida cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Florida. It is number 268 of 479 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Bradenton?
Share of households by yearly income. 16.1% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Bradenton
| Size | Bradenton | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,636 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,514 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,730 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,119 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,822 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Bradenton overall?
Everyday prices in the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota metro area are 2% above the U.S. average (index 102.4, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Bradenton
Life in Bradenton
What jobs pay in Bradenton
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Physician Assistant | $142,510 | 17.0% |
| Pharmacist | $138,760 | 17.5% |
| Lawyer | $136,910 | 17.7% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $134,470 | 18.1% |
| Software Developer | $131,890 | 18.4% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $98,350 | 24.7% |
| Dental Hygienist | $95,930 | 25.3% |
| Operations Manager | $94,900 | 25.6% |
| Civil Engineer | $86,170 | 28.2% |
| Registered Nurse | $86,130 | 28.2% |
| Accountant | $81,090 | 29.9% |
| Police Officer | $75,820 | 32.0% |
| Market Research Analyst | $73,260 | 33.1% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $63,770 | 38.1% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,370 | 38.9% |
| Firefighter | $62,120 | 39.1% |
| HVAC Technician | $59,070 | 41.1% |
| Plumber | $58,150 | 41.7% |
| Carpenter | $52,000 | 46.7% |
| Electrician | $51,930 | 46.7% |
| Truck Driver | $50,890 | 47.7% |
| Medical Assistant | $45,620 | 53.2% |
| Customer Service Representative | $42,310 | 57.4% |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,950 | 60.8% |
| Warehouse Worker | $38,790 | 62.6% |
| Restaurant Cook | $37,440 | 64.8% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,660 | 66.2% |
| Retail Salesperson | $35,160 | 69.0% |
| Cashier | $31,240 | 77.7% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Bradenton?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $124 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $309,400 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $30,940 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Bradenton, FL?
Renting in Bradenton costs a median of about $2,023 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Florida median is $1,963.
How much do I need to make to live in Bradenton?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $80,920 a year, or $39 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Bradenton cheap or expensive?
Bradenton is rated Expensive: rent takes 37.0% of the typical household income of $65,597. It ranks 268th cheapest of 479 Florida cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Bradenton?
The median homeowner in Bradenton pays $2,316 a year in property taxes, about 0.75% of the median home value.
Is Bradenton more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 2% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Bradenton?
The median home value in Bradenton is $309,400, about 4.7 times the typical yearly household income.
57,014 people live in Bradenton. Numbers are typical (middle) values.