Median Age
49 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
17%
Over 65
29%
Largo, FL
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,369
Population
83,605
Renter Mix
40% Rent
The Tampa Bay area’s most relaxing place to live
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Nestled in Pinellas County, Largo combines suburban living with coastal accessibility. As the "City of Progress," this community spans 20 square miles and offers diverse housing options throughout its established neighborhoods. The rental market shows steady growth, with average rents ranging from $1,475 for one-bedroom units to $2,422 for three-bedroom homes, reflecting a 2.9% annual increase. Residents enjoy the sprawling Largo Central Park and the Central Park Nature Preserve, built on the historic Lake Largo basin. The city's location provides convenient access to Tampa Bay's beaches, while the Largo Public Library and Cultural Center offer year-round programming and events.
Originally known as "Citrus City" due to its agricultural heritage, Largo has transformed into an established suburban community. The downtown district features walkable streets and local shops, while the Largo Mall area provides additional retail options. Largo Medical Center serves as a major healthcare facility, and the city maintains international connections through its sister city relationship with Kami, Japan, established in 1969. The community balances residential areas with parks, shopping districts, and cultural venues, offering alternatives to the busy beachfront cities nearby.
Explore the City
The 70-acre Largo Central Park is in the heart of the city
The Bayou Country Club features a golf course designed by Tom Fazio
Demographics
Median Household Income
$53,445
Average: $68,307
Education
20,415
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
40,381
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Largo has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
40%
Non-Renters
60%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
20%
Other Education
80%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Largo, FL is $1,315 for a studio, $1,368 for one bedroom, $1,776 for two bedrooms, and $2,298 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Largo has decreased by -6.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,368/month
705 Sq Ft
House
$2,861/month
1,310 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,015/month
970 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,307/month
1,219 Sq Ft
Getting Around
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Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
662 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
386 Students
Plato Academy Largo Charter School
Public
Grades K-8
305 Students
Mildred Helms Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
463 Students
Public
Grades K-8
327 Students
Plato Academy Largo Charter School
Public
Grades K-8
305 Students
Public
Grades K-8
327 Students
Public
Grades K-8
761 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
912 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
687 Students
Public
Grades PK & 9-12
1,976 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,669 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
285 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Crest Lake Park
- Florida Botanical Gardens
- Clearwater Marine Aquarium
- Moccasin Lake Nature Park
- Sawgrass Lake Park
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- St Pete-Clearwater International
- Tampa 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 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.