Last Updated: Monday, July 27, 2026
Florida Eviction Statistics
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If you own investment properties in Hillsborough County, you have probably familiarized yourself with the basics of Florida’s landlord-tenant laws. There are many important aspects to these laws, but perhaps none more so than the part that covers the removal of a problematic tenant. In Florida, landlords must go through the formal eviction process to legally remove a tenant from their rental unit.
Evictions are not very common in Florida. In Hillsborough County, the eviction rate for tenants is about 6%. Of course, because eviction is a legal process, it is something that you want to avoid as a landlord due to the cost and the stress. Careful screening of tenants and adept property management can help to reduce the number of evictions for your rental properties.
Based in Lithia, Eaton Realty provides comprehensive property management services to landlords throughout West Central Florida. We use a variety of technologies to streamline the process of marketing your property, screen tenants, and manage tasks like rent payment. Reach out today to learn more about how our team of experienced property managers can help you with your investment properties.
Understanding Eviction In Florida
In Florida, if you want a tenant to leave before their lease ends, you must follow the formal legal eviction process. This is known as terminating a tenancy for cause. The “cause” could be any lease violation - such as intentionally damaging property or nonpayment of rent - provided that it is not illegal or discriminatory.
Self-help eviction is illegal in Florida. You cannot change the locks or throw your tenants’ possessions onto the street. Instead, you have to take specific legal steps outlined by Florida law.
While there is never a guarantee that a tenant will always follow the terms of their lease and pay rent on time, thoroughly screening tenants can help reduce the likelihood that you will have to evict them later. Screening can include having applicants fill out a form and providing references, and then running credit and background checks. A good history of paying rent on time and no issues with prior landlords is often a good predictor of future behavior as a tenant.
Eviction Statistics for Florida
In the state of Florida, 56.8% of all residents rent their homes. The eviction rate varies considerably by county. Generally, counties with lower poverty rates have lower rates of eviction - which makes sense given that many evictions are tied to nonpayment of rent.
Overall, across Florida, there were 54.63 evictions per 1,000 renter households in 2023. This represents an increase from 52.45 evictions in 2022. 2024 is on pace to have another increase in evictions for Florida as a whole.
Best & Worst Months For Evictions
While eviction filings are made steadily throughout the year, there are certain months that experience a higher number of filings than others. Generally speaking, evictions are more likely to occur in the fall and summer months as opposed to the winter and spring months. August, October, and July are the worst months for evictions, with the highest numbers of monthly filings. January, February, And April are the three months with the lowest eviction filing numbers.
| Month | Number of Eviction Filings |
| January | 5,178 |
| February | 4,764 |
| March | 5,489 |
| April | 5,144 |
| May | 5,515 |
| June | 6,399 |
| July | 6,556 |
| August | 7,503 |
| September | 6,407 |
| October | 6,968 |
| November | 6,083 |
| December | 5,967 |
Florida Counties With The Highest Eviction Rates
The counties with the highest eviction rates in Florida are concentrated more toward the Northern half of the state. The top five counties with the highest eviction rates in Florida are Duval, Dixie, Putnam, Columbia, and Hillsborough counties. According to data collected for 42 out of 67 Florida counties, evictions have occurred at the following rates and numbers:
| County | Number of Filings | Eviction Rate |
| Duval County | 55,703 | 8.51% |
| Dixie County | 138 | 6.97% |
| Putnam County | 1,116 | 6.93% |
| Columbia County | 1,062 | 6.86% |
| Hillsborough County | 53,493 | 6.24% |
| Glades County | 106 | 5.97% |
| Washington County | 220 | 5.79% |
| Madison County | 208 | 5.57% |
| Hamilton County | 132 | 5.52% |
| Calhoun County | 115 | 5.48% |
| Brevard County | 12,012 | 5.44% |
| Manatee County | 7,979 | 5.35% |
| Union County | 121 | 5.34% |
| Lake County | 7,023 | 5.31% |
| Bradford County | 313 | 5.09% |
| Pasco County | 6,276 | 5.02% |
| Highlands County | 1,192 | 5% |
| Franklin County | 97 | 4.94% |
| Liberty County | 67 | 4.76% |
| Levy County | 344 | 4.53% |
| Pinellas County | 24,703 | 4.47% |
| Marion County | 3,429 | 4.36% |
| Hernando County | 1,596 | 4.24% |
| Baker County | 202 | 4.23% |
| Okeechobee County | 420 | 4.15% |
| Sumter County | 634 | 4.14% |
| Gulf County | 103 | 3.96% |
| Hardee County | 188 | 3.59% |
| Walton County | 635 | 3.53% |
| Hendry County | 316 | 3.53% |
| Wakulla County | 142 | 3.51% |
| Lafayette County | 46 | 3.50% |
| Desoto County | 330 | 3.46% |
| Jackson County | 365 | 3.45% |
| Holmes County | 149 | 3.41% |
| Nassau County | 469 | 3.22% |
| Gilchrist County | 85 | 2.68% |
| Santa Rosa County | 885 | 2.45% |
| Jefferson County | 76 | 2.20% |
| Miami-Dade County | 67,676 | 0.60% |
| Lee County | 10,462 | 0.31% |
| Collier County | 2,482 | < .01% |
The eviction rates are based on the number of evictions per 100 renter households between November 2023 and October 2024. The eviction numbers are for total eviction filings since March 2020.
Hillsborough County Eviction Statistics
In Hillsborough County, approximately 53.7% of people rent their homes - compared to 45.83% of people nationally. Roughly 6% of these tenants go through an eviction process each year. In a given month, roughly 1,200 eviction complaints are filed in local courts.
Since March 16, 2020, there have been 53,493 eviction filings in Hillsborough County - which includes an eviction moratorium from April 2020 to August 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic. The poverty rate in Hillsborough County is 14.03%, which is higher than the national average of 13.1%.
Monthly trends are identical to the rest of the state. August, October, and July are the worst months for evictions, while January, April, and February have the lowest number of eviction filings.
| Month | Number of Eviction Filings |
| January | 884 |
| February | 766 |
| March | 909 |
| April | 883 |
| May | 911 |
| June | 1,051 |
| July | 1,180 |
| August | 1,269 |
| September | 1,141 |
| October | 1,268 |
| November | 1,174 |
| December | 1,147 |
Addresses With The Most Evictions In Hillsborough County
Eviction filings within Hillsborough County are disproportionately more frequent in Tampa than in other cities in the county. If you drill down even further, it becomes apparent that a small number of properties within the county are responsible for a large number of filings. Below are the top five addresses where evictions were filed within Hillsborough County from 2020 until now.
| Address | Number of Eviction Filings |
| 4939 E Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL | 280 |
| 8409 Del Rey Ct, Tampa, FL | 247 |
| 15303 Plantation Oaks Dr, Tampa, FL | 133 |
| 1250 Skipper Rd, Tampa, FL | 130 |
| 2014 Plantation Key Cir, Brandon, FL | 93 |
While no landlord wants to evict a tenant, it is sometimes necessary to do so. You made an investment in a piece of property and have a lot of expenses that go along with it - like a mortgage payment, property taxes, and insurance. If a tenant isn’t paying rent or is violating the lease in another way, you have to protect your legal and financial interests.
Our property management team closely monitors our clients’ rental properties for any indications of a potential problem, such as tenants who are not doing basic upkeep on the property (like changing air filters). We also track rent payments to make sure that any issues can be addressed immediately - rather than waiting until it is a much larger problem.
Simplify Management Of Your Hillsborough County Rental Properties With Eaton Realty
There are a lot of benefits to purchasing an investment property in the Tampa area. You can build equity over time and even turn a profit. But there can also be a fair number of headaches that come with being a landlord - which is why working with a property manager is so important.
Eaton Realty is a Tampa property management company that assists landlords throughout Hillsborough County with their rental properties. We have experience in all aspects of Florida real estate, from buying and selling property to property management. Our services include everything from preparing your property for listing to marketing your rental unit to screening tenants, collecting rent, dealing with maintenance requests, and handling evictions when necessary.
To learn more about our property management services, fill out our online contact form or call our office at 813-672-8022.
