salaryRent is lower than in 60% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 7.8 years of household income, so buying is hard for most locals. Commutes are long, about 36.4 minutes each way. Most households rent (69%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $58,320 a year. That is $28 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Florida cities?
Yes. Rent here is cheaper than in most of Florida. It is number 80 of 479 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Florida City?
Share of households by yearly income. 14.7% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Florida City
| Size | Florida City | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | $1,510 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,699 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,583 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Florida City overall?
Everyday prices in Florida overall are 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.4, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024. City-level data is not published for Florida City, so the Florida figure is shown.
Taxes and bills in Florida City
Life in Florida City
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Florida City?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $1,312 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $399,200 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $39,920 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Florida City, FL?
Renting in Florida City costs a median of about $1,458 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Florida median is $1,963.
How much do I need to make to live in Florida City?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $58,320 a year, or $28 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Florida City cheap or expensive?
Florida City is rated Expensive: rent takes 34.2% of the typical household income of $51,209. It ranks 80th cheapest of 479 Florida cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Florida City?
The median homeowner in Florida City pays $2,263 a year in property taxes, about 0.57% of the median home value.
Is Florida City more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in Florida are 3% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Florida City?
The median home value in Florida City is $399,200, about 7.8 times the typical yearly household income.
12,943 people live in Florida City. Numbers are typical (middle) values.