Median Age
40 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
18%
Auburndale, FL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,349
Population
20,326
Renter Mix
26% Rent
Experience small-town charm in the heart of Central Florida
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Auburndale is a small city in Polk County, centrally positioned between Tampa and Orlando, making it one of Central Florida's more practical places to call home. The city carries a relaxed, small-town character while still connecting residents to two of the state's largest metro job markets within an hour's drive. Manufacturing, logistics, and distribution form a solid part of the local economy, supported by the broader Lakeland-Winter Haven corridor that surrounds Auburndale on both sides.
The city spans a landscape dotted with lakes, a defining feature of this part of Polk County, and neighborhoods range from established single-family streets near the historic downtown core to newer residential pockets growing along the edges of the city. Florida Polytechnic University sits just minutes away in neighboring Lakeland, adding an educational anchor to the region and drawing interest from those connected to the STEM fields it serves.
Renters in Auburndale will find a mix of garden-style apartment communities, townhome rentals, and single-family homes available for lease. The housing stock tends toward a quieter, lower-density feel compared to the surrounding urban centers, which suits those who prefer more space without the density of a larger city. Overall, Auburndale offers a grounded Central Florida lifestyle at a pace that feels genuinely unhurried.
Explore the City
Enjoy a day out running or biking the Auburndale trail.
Downtown Auburndale is a hub for many local events throughout the year.
Auburndale has eight large lakes with smaller lakes surrounding them ideal for fishing.
Florida Polytechnic University is one of Florida's newest universities for STEM.
Many lakefront homes in Auburndale have large locks where residents can park their boats.
Satisfy your need for speed at Auburndale Speedway, which hosts weekly races.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$70,226
Average: $86,015
Education
3,871
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
9,176
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Auburndale has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
26%
Non-Renters
74%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
14%
Other Education
86%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Auburndale, FL is $1,349 for one bedroom, $1,623 for two bedrooms, and $2,037 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Auburndale has decreased by -9.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,349/month
670 Sq Ft
House
$3,530/month
1,495 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Auburndale, FL is for everyday living.
Not Walkable
Walkability
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
696 Students
Clarence Boswell Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
620 Students
Walter Caldwell Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
860 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
876 Students
Auburndale Central Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
364 Students
Berkley Accelerated Middle School
Public
Grades 6-12
628 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,127 Students
Jere L. Stambaugh Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
1,009 Students
Berkley Accelerated Middle School
Public
Grades 6-12
628 Students
Public
Grades PK & 9-12
1,898 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
39 Students
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.