Special Interest
Housing in Alachua County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Alachua County averages $1,339/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Florida median of $1,669 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 41% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Alachua County FMR Area are $1,263 for a studio, $1,364 for 1‑bedroom, $1,635 for 2‑bedroom, $2,046 for 3‑bedroom, and $2,165 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $296 increase for a 2-bedroom in Alachua County shows a 22% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Alachua County was 3.8% in 2024, compared to Florida at 3.4% and the national rate of 4.0%.
