Cost of Living in Citrus County, Florida
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Citrus County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Citrus County ranks #2,248 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 28%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Citrus County, Florida
Citrus rents slightly above national stretch
At 23.2%, Citrus County's rent-to-income ratio edges above the national comfort zone, where most experts recommend staying under 30% of income. The county's median rent of $1,069 is affordable relative to the national median household income of $74,755, but Citrus residents earn $19,400 less annually than the national average at $55,355.
Citrus ranks middle of the pack statewide
Citrus County's 23.2% rent-to-income ratio sits slightly above Florida's state average of 22.5%, placing it in the middle tier for affordability across the state's 67 counties. The county's $1,069 median rent runs $164 below the state average of $1,233, offering residents modest savings compared to pricier coastal markets.
More affordable than nearby coastal counties
Citrus County undercuts its neighbors significantly: renters here pay $1,069 monthly versus $1,385 in Duval County and $1,234 in Escambia County. Meanwhile, homebuyers face median values of $223,200—well below Duval's $274,900 and comparable to Escambia's $234,200.
Renters stretch their budgets further
Citrus renters spend 23.2% of their $55,355 median income on rent, while homeowners dedicate roughly 15.4% to mortgage payments on a $223,200 median home. The gap shows renters here face tighter constraints than their mortgage-holding neighbors, with less flexibility for other essentials.
Consider Citrus for reasonable retirement living
If you're weighing Florida counties, Citrus offers breathing room below state averages without the premium prices of coastal areas. Both rents and home values remain accessible for middle-income households seeking a quieter lifestyle away from major metro sprawl.
Cost of Living Advisory: Citrus County
Affordability Verdict
For renters in Citrus County, the market is affordable. Expect to pay around $1,069/month in gross rent, with 33.0% of renter households considered cost-burdened.
Rent vs. Own
At $1,069/month rent versus $710/month in owner costs, owning is roughly $359/month cheaper — a 34% difference.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $42,760/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $30,429/year. With a median household income of $55,355, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 33.0% of renter households in Citrus County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Citrus County sits 6% more expensive than Baker County ($1,011/month) in terms of median gross rent.
Affordability Calculator
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Rent Burden
23.2%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,292
per month
Owner Cost Burden
15.4%
of gross income
The median home in Citrus County may be a stretch
Median home value is $223,200. Estimated monthly cost: $1,782 vs. your max of $1,292.
Rent Affordability Guide
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Based on the 30% rule for rent and 28% rule for housing costs (mortgage + owner costs). Mortgage estimate assumes 20% down, 7.2% interest, 30-year fixed.
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See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.
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