Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
19%
Milton
Milton, FL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$973
Population
11,015
Renter Mix
43% Rent
Experience small-town living with exceptional natural amenities
Historic
•
Quaint
•
Welcoming
•
Riverside
•
Quiet
•
Close-Knit
•
Family-Friendly
•
Military-Friendly
•
Incorporated in 1844, Milton is one of the oldest cities in Florida. Known as the Canoe Capital of Florida, Milton is home to the Blackwater River State Forest, offering endless opportunities for boating, fishing, swimming, tubing, and much more. Tucked away on the Florida Panhandle, Milton is shaped by the cultural influences of southern Alabama and northern Florida.
Milton is just minutes from the pristine beaches of Pensacola, Navarre, and Destin in addition to numerous freshwater resources. Touting a small-town atmosphere, Milton draws the community together through various events like the Scratch Ankle Festival, Blackwater Heritage Tour, and Riverwalk Arts Festival. Milton enjoys a strong relationship with the local military community at Whiting Field and Eglin Air Force Base.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$64,638
Average: $70,391
Education
2,225
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
5,049
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.
Housing Distribution
Milton has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
43%
Non-Renters
57%
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 Milton, FL is $937 for a studio, $973 for one bedroom, $1,333 for two bedrooms, and $1,653 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Milton has increased by 1.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$973/month
618 Sq Ft
House
$2,000/month
1,763 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Milton, FL is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
Scores provided by
Schools
Public
Grades K-12
156 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
923 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
498 Students
W. H. Rhodes Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
812 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
789 Students
Public
Grades K-12
156 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
767 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
700 Students
Martin Luther King Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
660 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
643 Students
Public
Grades K-12
156 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,085 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
643 Students
Learning Academy Of Santa Rosa
Public
Grades 6-12
119 Students
Santa Rosa Virtual Instruction Course Offerings
Public
Grades K-12
91 Students
School data provided by
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Data provided by
GreatSchools.org
© 2026. All rights reserved.
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Data provided by
GreatSchools.org
© 2026. All rights reserved.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Blackwater Heritage State Trail
Airports
- Pensacola International
- Eglin AFB/Destin-Ft Walton Beach
Top Apartments in Milton
Houses for Rent in Milton
Search Nearby Rentals
Nearby City Rentals
Nearby Neighborhood Rentals
Nearby House Rentals
Nearby City Guides
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.