Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
22%
Cocoa
Cocoa, FL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,439
Population
20,832
Renter Mix
46% Rent
Affordable living and historic storefronts on the river
Suburban
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Coastal
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Affordable
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Laidback
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Boating
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The suburban area of Cocoa resides along the Indian River on Florida’s east coast. Though situated on the Intracoastal, residents of Cocoa have quick and easy access to nearby sandy beaches in the popular Cocoa Beach or nearby Cape Canaveral.
Supermarkets, convenience stores, and casual dining are abundant in this laidback city. If you’re looking for peaceful suburban streets that feature affordable apartments and single-family homes, Cocoa is a wonderful city to consider. Major interstates run through the city, and conservation areas and lakes reside nearby—so outdoor exploration and aquatic recreation is within reach!
On the southeast edge of the city, you’ll discover Historic Cocoa Village, the city’s charming commercial district overlooking the nearby boats on the river. Local restaurants, markets, and retailers fill historic storefronts and bring a true sense of small-town charm to Cocoa!
Explore the City
George & Dragon English Tavern has outdoor seating in Cocoa.
The Hubert Humphrey Bridge brings people into Cocoa.
Cocoa is very close to the ocean's beaches.
Cocoa West keeps a small town feel while being close to the city and beaches.
Residents of Cocoa West enjoy the variety of outdoor activities provided by local parks.
Enjoy the nature trails at F. Burton Smith Regional Park in Cocoa West.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$45,807
Average: $70,530
Education
3,809
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
10,109
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Cocoa has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
46%
Non-Renters
54%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
14%
Other Education
86%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Cocoa, FL is $1,119 for a studio, $1,439 for one bedroom, $1,753 for two bedrooms, and $2,072 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cocoa has increased by 0.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,439/month
709 Sq Ft
House
$2,049/month
1,265 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,491/month
878 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,440/month
1,013 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Cocoa, FL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
599 Students
Challenger 7 Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
501 Students
Public
Grades K-12
276 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
617 Students
Cambridge Elementary Magnet School
Public
Grades PK-5
495 Students
Public
Grades K-12
276 Students
Space Coast Junior/Senior High School
Public
Grades 6-12
1,534 Students
Public
Grades K-8
341 Students
Public
Grades PK & 6-12
1,551 Students
Brevard Virtual Instruction Program
Public
Grades K-8
Public
Grades K-12
276 Students
Space Coast Junior/Senior High School
Public
Grades 6-12
1,534 Students
Public
Grades PK & 6-12
1,551 Students
Brevard Virtual Instruction (Course Offerings)
Public
Grades 6-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Brevard Museum of History & Natural Science
- EFSC Planetarium & Observatory
- Woody Simpson Park
- Mitchell Ellington Park
- Manatee Cove Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Melbourne Orlando International
- Orlando International
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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.