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 3.4 years of household income.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $76,000 a year. That is $37 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 204 of 479 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Largo?
Share of households by yearly income. 15.6% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Largo
| Size | Largo | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,835 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,496 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,734 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $2,279 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,476 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Largo overall?
Everyday prices in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area are 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Largo
Life in Largo
What jobs pay in Largo
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $137,990 | 16.5% |
| Software Developer | $130,450 | 17.5% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $128,120 | 17.8% |
| Physician Assistant | $127,820 | 17.8% |
| Lawyer | $127,490 | 17.9% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $105,080 | 21.7% |
| Operations Manager | $103,670 | 22.0% |
| Civil Engineer | $100,570 | 22.7% |
| Dental Hygienist | $95,870 | 23.8% |
| Registered Nurse | $85,470 | 26.7% |
| Accountant | $78,990 | 28.9% |
| Police Officer | $75,710 | 30.1% |
| Market Research Analyst | $75,210 | 30.3% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,490 | 36.5% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,120 | 37.9% |
| Firefighter | $59,660 | 38.2% |
| Electrician | $57,450 | 39.7% |
| Carpenter | $52,130 | 43.7% |
| Plumber | $52,000 | 43.8% |
| Truck Driver | $50,560 | 45.1% |
| HVAC Technician | $50,540 | 45.1% |
| Medical Assistant | $44,480 | 51.3% |
| Customer Service Representative | $42,660 | 53.4% |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,570 | 60.7% |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,470 | 60.8% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $37,070 | 61.5% |
| Restaurant Cook | $37,010 | 61.6% |
| Retail Salesperson | $33,790 | 67.5% |
| Cashier | $30,290 | 75.3% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Largo?
Buying is cheaper month to month: about $310 a month less than renting.
Owning assumes a typical $229,100 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $22,910 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Largo, FL?
Renting in Largo costs a median of about $1,900 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Florida median is $1,963.
How much do I need to make to live in Largo?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $76,000 a year, or $37 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Largo cheap or expensive?
Largo is rated Expensive: rent takes 34.0% of the typical household income of $66,971. It ranks 204th cheapest of 479 Florida cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Largo?
The median homeowner in Largo pays $1,704 a year in property taxes, about 0.74% of the median home value.
Is Largo more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 1% above the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Largo?
The median home value in Largo is $229,100, about 3.4 times the typical yearly household income.
82,617 people live in Largo. Numbers are typical (middle) values.