Cost of Living in Sanford, FL
Population: 62,292 • 2026 Data
$62,877
Median Household Income
-19% vs national
$1,496
Median Monthly Rent
+11% vs national
$272,900
Median Home Value
-20% vs national
4.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Sanford
The median home value in Sanford, FL is $272,900. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,496, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,422.
Rent-to-income ratio: 28.6%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Sanford, FL is $62,877. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5%, with a labor force of 33,423 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.