Median Age
43 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
24%
Melbourne
Melbourne, FL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,469
Population
86,309
Renter Mix
42% Rent
Space Coast town celebrates water activities and the arts
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Welcome to Melbourne, Florida, where coastal living meets technological innovation. Located along the Space Coast, Melbourne offers diverse housing options from waterfront properties to established neighborhoods. The historic downtown district and Eau Gallie Arts District (EGAD) showcase local art galleries and dining establishments. Current rental rates average $1,491 for one-bedroom apartments and $1,718 for two-bedroom units.
Melbourne's outdoor spaces include Wickham Park's 391 acres of recreation areas and trails, while the Brevard Zoo offers native Florida wildlife exhibits. The city's aerospace sector includes major employers like L3Harris Technologies and Northrop Grumman. Florida Institute of Technology's campus contributes to the area's educational landscape. Melbourne's name originated from its first postmaster's Australian hometown, reflecting the city's interesting heritage. Notable areas include the beachside district with Atlantic Ocean views, the historic downtown area featuring preserved architecture, and the Suntree/Viera region with its established communities. With its combination of coastal recreation, employment opportunities, and cultural attractions, Melbourne continues to attract residents to Florida's Space Coast.
Explore the City
The Melbourne Causeway connects Melbourne and Indialantic
The picture-perfect Melbourne skyline
Residents enjoy easy access to nearby Melbourne Beach
Residents watch fireworks along the Indian River
Demographics
Median Household Income
$56,540
Average: $75,521
Education
24,586
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
40,032
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Melbourne has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
42%
Non-Renters
58%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
23%
Other Education
77%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Melbourne, FL is $1,237 for a studio, $1,460 for one bedroom, $1,666 for two bedrooms, and $2,105 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Melbourne has decreased by -3.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,460/month
727 Sq Ft
House
$2,575/month
1,633 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,429/month
1,184 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,322/month
1,321 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Melbourne, FL is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
950 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
671 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
525 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
523 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
532 Students
Westshore Junior/Senior High School
Public
Grades 6-12
941 Students
Lyndon B. Johnson Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
553 Students
Palm Bay Magnet Senior High School
Public
Grades PK & 6-12
1,289 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
525 Students
Public
Grades K-12
Westshore Junior/Senior High School
Public
Grades 6-12
941 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,249 Students
Public
Grades PK & 9-12
1,331 Students
Palm Bay Magnet Senior High School
Public
Grades PK & 6-12
1,289 Students
Public
Grades K-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Erna Nixon Nature Center
- Florida Tech Botanical Garden
- Turkey Creek Sanctuary (Margaret Hames Nature Center)
- Brevard Zoo
- Goode Park
Airports
- Melbourne Orlando International
Top Apartments in Melbourne
Houses for Rent in Melbourne
Property Management Companies in Melbourne, FL
ZRS Management
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366
Communities
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109,451
Units
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141
Cities
11 Communities in Melbourne
Greystar
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3,512
Communities
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965,639
Units
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893
Cities
4 Communities in Melbourne
Willow Bridge
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710
Communities
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196,234
Units
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336
Cities
4 Communities in Melbourne
ConcordRENTS
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57
Communities
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9,284
Units
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30
Cities
4 Communities in Melbourne
Opus Management Group
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31
Communities
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4,491
Units
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20
Cities
4 Communities in Melbourne
BH
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273
Communities
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84,137
Units
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157
Cities
3 Communities in Melbourne
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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.