Cost of Living in Gainesville, FL
Population: 143,611 • 2026 Data
$45,611
Median Household Income
-41% vs national
$1,214
Median Monthly Rent
-10% vs national
$235,000
Median Home Value
-31% vs national
4.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Gainesville
The median home value in Gainesville, FL is $235,000. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,214, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,167.
Rent-to-income ratio: 31.9%. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, indicating housing costs may be a burden for median-income households.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Gainesville, FL is $45,611. The unemployment rate stands at 4.8%, with a labor force of 73,219 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.