Median Age
47 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
29%
Brooksville, FL
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,306
Population
11,615
Renter Mix
34% Rent
A quiet town brimming with rustic charm.
History
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Affordable
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Architecture
Cobblestone streets, century-old homes, and canopies of Spanish moss give Brooksville a sense of place that’s genuinely hard to find anywhere else in Florida. Serving as the county seat of Hernando County, this small city sits roughly an hour north of Tampa, offering easy access to the metro without the hectic pace. Downtown Brooksville has a walkable, small-town core with local shops and eateries tucked among well-preserved historic architecture. Outdoor enthusiasts have plenty to explore nearby, from Withlacoochee State Forest to Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge, both offering sprawling acreage for hiking, biking, and camping.
The rental landscape here leans toward single-family homes and townhomes, though apartment communities are available for those who prefer a more maintenance-free lifestyle. Options tend to be more spacious compared to larger Florida metros, making the city an appealing alternative for renters seeking room to breathe. Brooksville was established in 1856 through the merger of two early settlements, and that layered history is visible in the architecture dotting its neighborhoods. The city hosts an annual Civil War reenactment that draws visitors from across the region, bringing that storied past to life each year.
Explore the City
The Brooksville cemetery in Brooksville has a deep local history that is buried there.
Spanish moss-covered trees add a southern charm feel to the Brooksville neighborhood streets.
Hernando County Transit provides amazing public transportation in Brooksville.
Brooksville blends old and new with a new courthouse built behind the original.
Everywhere you look in Brooksville, you'll see the southern charm of this town.
Mountaineer Coffee shop in Brooksville is a favorite spot for locals.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$43,165
Average: $61,972
Education
2,371
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,354
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Brooksville has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
34%
Non-Renters
66%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
15%
Other Education
85%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Brooksville, FL is $1,185 for a studio, $1,305 for one bedroom, $1,457 for two bedrooms, and $1,866 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Brooksville has decreased by -5.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,305/month
680 Sq Ft
House
$1,898/month
1,488 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Brooksville, FL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Not Bikeable
Bikeability
10
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
787 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
988 Students
Hernando Eschool Virtual Franchise
Public
Grades K-12
59 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
766 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
674 Students
Brooksville Engineering, Science And Technology (B.E.S.T.) Academy
Public
Grades 6-8
92 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
682 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,028 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
718 Students
Hernando Eschool Virtual Franchise
Public
Grades K-12
59 Students
Public
Grades PK & 9-12
1,298 Students
Nature Coast Technical High School
Public
Grades PK & 9-12
1,278 Students
Hernando Eschool Virtual Franchise
Public
Grades K-12
59 Students
Frank W. Springstead High School
Public
Grades 9-12
1,789 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,464 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Chinsegut Nature Center
- Withlacoochee State Forest
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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 February 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.