salaryRent is higher than in 64% of U.S. cities. Incomes are on the low side for rents this high, so budgets feel tight. A typical house costs about 4.1 years of household income.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $76,400 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 208 of 479 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Pinellas Park?
Share of households by yearly income. 20.1% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Pinellas Park
| Size | Pinellas Park | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,060 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,046 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,834 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,848 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,707 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Pinellas Park 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 Pinellas Park
Life in Pinellas Park
What jobs pay in Pinellas Park
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $137,990 | 16.6% |
| Software Developer | $130,450 | 17.6% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $128,120 | 17.9% |
| Physician Assistant | $127,820 | 17.9% |
| Lawyer | $127,490 | 18.0% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $105,080 | 21.8% |
| Operations Manager | $103,670 | 22.1% |
| Civil Engineer | $100,570 | 22.8% |
| Dental Hygienist | $95,870 | 23.9% |
| Registered Nurse | $85,470 | 26.8% |
| Accountant | $78,990 | 29.0% |
| Police Officer | $75,710 | 30.3% |
| Market Research Analyst | $75,210 | 30.5% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,490 | 36.7% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,120 | 38.1% |
| Firefighter | $59,660 | 38.4% |
| Electrician | $57,450 | 39.9% |
| Carpenter | $52,130 | 44.0% |
| Plumber | $52,000 | 44.1% |
| Truck Driver | $50,560 | 45.3% |
| HVAC Technician | $50,540 | 45.4% |
| Medical Assistant | $44,480 | 51.5% |
| Customer Service Representative | $42,660 | 53.7% |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,570 | 61.0% |
| Nursing Assistant | $37,470 | 61.2% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $37,070 | 61.8% |
| Restaurant Cook | $37,010 | 61.9% |
| Retail Salesperson | $33,790 | 67.8% |
| Cashier | $30,290 | 75.7% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Pinellas Park?
About the same. Renting and owning cost within $25 of each other each month.
Owning assumes a typical $278,900 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $27,890 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Pinellas Park, FL?
Renting in Pinellas Park costs a median of about $1,910 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Florida median is $1,963.
How much do I need to make to live in Pinellas Park?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $76,400 a year, or $37 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Pinellas Park cheap or expensive?
Pinellas Park is rated Expensive: rent takes 33.5% of the typical household income of $68,411. It ranks 208th cheapest of 479 Florida cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Pinellas Park?
The median homeowner in Pinellas Park pays $1,763 a year in property taxes, about 0.63% of the median home value.
Is Pinellas Park 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 Pinellas Park?
The median home value in Pinellas Park is $278,900, about 4.1 times the typical yearly household income.
53,560 people live in Pinellas Park. Numbers are typical (middle) values.