Cost of Living in Lakeside, FL
Population: 31,548 • 2026 Data
$80,686
Median Household Income
+4% vs national
$1,384
Median Monthly Rent
+3% vs national
$249,300
Median Home Value
-26% vs national
6.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Lakeside
The median home value in Lakeside, FL is $249,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,384, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,285.
Rent-to-income ratio: 20.6%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Lakeside, FL is $80,686. The unemployment rate stands at 6.7%, with a labor force of 16,067 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.