salaryRent is higher than in 63% of U.S. cities. Incomes are on the low side for rents this high, so budgets feel tight. A typical house costs about 3.1 years of household income. Most homes (86.3%) are owned, so rentals can be hard to find.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $75,560 a year. That is $36 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 199 of 479 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Homosassa Springs?
Share of households by yearly income. 10.3% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Homosassa Springs
| Size | Homosassa Springs | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $692 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,052 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,409 | $1,698 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Homosassa Springs overall?
Everyday prices in the Homosassa Springs metro area are 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.5, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Homosassa Springs
Life in Homosassa Springs
What jobs pay in Homosassa Springs
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $133,370 | 17.0% |
| Software Developer | $124,540 | 18.2% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $119,990 | 18.9% |
| Physician Assistant | $115,530 | 19.6% |
| Lawyer | $99,240 | 22.8% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $90,450 | 25.1% |
| Dental Hygienist | $81,810 | 27.7% |
| Registered Nurse | $78,080 | 29.0% |
| Operations Manager | $76,610 | 29.6% |
| Police Officer | $74,450 | 30.4% |
| Accountant | $72,600 | 31.2% |
| Market Research Analyst | $59,690 | 38.0% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $59,510 | 38.1% |
| Electrician | $49,050 | 46.2% |
| Plumber | $48,140 | 47.1% |
| HVAC Technician | $47,470 | 47.8% |
| Firefighter | $47,340 | 47.9% |
| Truck Driver | $45,750 | 49.5% |
| Carpenter | $45,740 | 49.6% |
| Medical Assistant | $37,780 | 60.0% |
| Customer Service Representative | $36,630 | 61.9% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,410 | 64.0% |
| Restaurant Cook | $34,720 | 65.3% |
| Warehouse Worker | $34,680 | 65.4% |
| Nursing Assistant | $34,510 | 65.7% |
| Retail Salesperson | $31,240 | 72.6% |
| Cashier | $29,360 | 77.2% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Homosassa Springs?
Buying is cheaper month to month: about $791 a month less than renting.
Owning assumes a typical $158,200 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $15,820 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Homosassa Springs, FL?
Renting in Homosassa Springs costs a median of about $1,889 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Florida median is $1,963.
How much do I need to make to live in Homosassa Springs?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $75,560 a year, or $36 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Homosassa Springs cheap or expensive?
Homosassa Springs is rated Expensive: rent takes 43.7% of the typical household income of $51,821. It ranks 199th cheapest of 479 Florida cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Homosassa Springs?
The median homeowner in Homosassa Springs pays $787 a year in property taxes, about 0.50% of the median home value.
Is Homosassa Springs more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 7% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Homosassa Springs?
The median home value in Homosassa Springs is $158,200, about 3.1 times the typical yearly household income.
15,701 people live in Homosassa Springs. Numbers are typical (middle) values.