Cost of Living in Brandon, FL
Population: 116,365 • 2026 Data
$77,068
Median Household Income
+0% vs national
$1,691
Median Monthly Rent
+25% vs national
$293,800
Median Home Value
-13% vs national
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Brandon
The median home value in Brandon, FL is $293,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,691, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,546.
Rent-to-income ratio: 26.3%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Brandon, FL is $77,068. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2%, with a labor force of 62,922 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.