salaryRent is higher than in 86% of U.S. cities. Incomes are on the low side for rents this high, so budgets feel tight. A typical house costs about 6.1 years of household income, so buying is hard for most locals.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $101,800 a year. That is $49 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 403 of 479 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in South Pasadena?
Share of households by yearly income. 17.5% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in South Pasadena
| Size | South Pasadena | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,315 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,210 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,314 | $1,509 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is South Pasadena 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 South Pasadena, so the Florida figure is shown.
Taxes and bills in South Pasadena
Life in South Pasadena
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in South Pasadena?
Buying is cheaper month to month: about $115 a month less than renting.
Owning assumes a typical $350,200 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $35,020 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in South Pasadena, FL?
Renting in South Pasadena costs a median of about $2,545 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Florida median is $1,963.
How much do I need to make to live in South Pasadena?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $101,800 a year, or $49 an hour at a full-time job.
Is South Pasadena cheap or expensive?
South Pasadena is rated Expensive: rent takes 53.4% of the typical household income of $57,241. It ranks 403rd cheapest of 479 Florida cities we track.
How much are property taxes in South Pasadena?
The median homeowner in South Pasadena pays $2,454 a year in property taxes, about 0.70% of the median home value.
Is South Pasadena 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 South Pasadena?
The median home value in South Pasadena is $350,200, about 6.1 times the typical yearly household income.
5,320 people live in South Pasadena. Numbers are typical (middle) values.