New Port Richey

Beautiful homes line the Cotee River in New Port Richey South.
Sims Park is a staple in downtown New Port Richey, and is a favorite spot for family weekends.
A historical mural adorns downtown New Port Richey.
Glassy water flows along the Cotee River in New Port Richey.
Locals can walk the trails at James E. Grey Preserve near New Port Richey.

New Port Richey, FL Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,286

Population

18,704

Renter Mix

47% Rent

One of Florida's riverside gems

Suburban Coastal Beaches Community

New Port Richey, situated along Florida's Gulf Coast, combines historic architecture with coastal living. Downtown centers around the Pithlachascotee River and Sims Park, where community events bring neighbors together throughout the year. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound at the James E. Grey Preserve, while local history comes alive at the West Pasco Historical Society Museum.

Housing options include properties near the historic downtown district and waterfront communities throughout the area. The city's 1920s roots as a Gulf Coast destination remain evident in its architecture and layout. The Richey Suncoast Theatre, a restored 1926 landmark, hosts performances year-round. The Chasco Fiesta, a springtime tradition dating to 1922, features street parades and waterfront celebrations that highlight the community's coastal heritage. Pasco-Hernando State College maintains a presence in the area, while Morton Plant North Bay Hospital serves as a major healthcare facility.

Explore the City

A historical mural adorns downtown New Port Richey.

Glassy water flows along the Cotee River in New Port Richey.

Locals can walk the trails at James E. Grey Preserve near New Port Richey.

Downtown New Port Richey is a beautiful place for a stroll as the sun sets.

The Cotee River runs through downtown New Port Richey, a vibrant community.

Downtown New Port Richey is the pride of Pasco County and welcomes everybody.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$41,619

Average: $57,918

Education

3,023

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

7,301

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.

Median Age

47 Years

Largest Age Group

60-69 Years

Approximately 15% of Residents

Under 20

19%

Over 65

27%

Housing Distribution

New Port Richey has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
47%
Non-Renters
53%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
12%
Other Education
88%

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in New Port Richey, FL is $893 for a studio, $1,298 for one bedroom, $1,510 for two bedrooms, and $1,853 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in New Port Richey has decreased by -1.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,298/month
723 Sq Ft
House
$2,154/month
1,406 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,613/month
951 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,964/month
1,367 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in New Port Richey, FL

Getting Around

Moderately Walkable

Walkability

60 / 100

Moderately Drivable

Drivability

60 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

50 / 100

Schools

Trinity Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

573 Students

Athenian Academy of Technology and the Arts

Public

Grades K-8

376 Students

Longleaf Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

639 Students

James M. Marlowe Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

558 Students

Odessa Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

976 Students

Athenian Academy of Technology and the Arts

Public

Grades K-8

376 Students

River Ridge Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,107 Students

Learning Lodge Academy

Public

Grades K-8

261 Students

Gulf Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

901 Students

Bayonet Point Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

737 Students

Wendell Krinn Technical High School

Public

Grades 9-12

667 Students

River Ridge High School

Public

Grades PK & 9-12

1,802 Students

Gulf High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,465 Students

Ridgewood High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,066 Students

Pepin Academies Of Pasco County

Public

Grades K-12

331 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park
  • Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park
  • Anclote Key Preserve State Park
  • Brooker Creek Preserve

Commuter Rail

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 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.