Housing in Madison County

The inside story on rent prices
Source: US Census Bureau - ACS 5 Yr 2024

Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.

Rent in Madison County averages $874/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 44% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.

HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Madison County FMR Area are $926 for a studio, $1,028 for 1‑bedroom, $1,152 for 2‑bedroom, $1,485 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,637 for 4‑bedroom.

HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $278 increase for a 2-bedroom in Madison County shows a 32% rise over that period.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Madison County was 4.3% in 2024, compared to Florida at 3.4% and the national rate of 4.0%.

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