Daytona Beach, FL Local Data & Statistics

State: FL

Total population: 78,992 Household income: $52,058 Rent: $1,328

Overview

Total population

78,992

Rent

$1,328

Year built

1981

Household income

$52,058

Per capita income

$33,371

Poverty rate

20.4%

Unemployment rate

4.5%

Household size

2.1 persons

Rent over 30% of income

55.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Florida

Total population

78,992

Adults over 25

54,712

Total households

34,652

Household size

2.1 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$52,058

Per capita income

$33,371

Poverty rate

20.4%

Unemployment rate

4.5%

Rent over 30% of income

55.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,328

Year built

1981

Households that rent

52.5%

Households that own

47.5%

Rooms per home (all homes)

4.4

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

54.4%

Black

30.3%

Asian

2.9%

Two or more races

7.3%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

9.9%

Not Hispanic or Latino

90.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

89.1%

Commute time to work

21 mins

Work from home

10.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

29.3%

High school graduate or GED

30.8%

Some college or associate degree

12.1%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

27.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Daytona Beach, FL with: Florida United States

Daytona Beach, FL

Total population78,992

Rent$1,328

Year built1981

Household income$52,058

Per capita income$33,371

Poverty rate20.4%

Unemployment rate4.5%

Florida State

Total population22,416,077

Rent$1,669

Year built1988

Household income$74,568

Per capita income$42,609

Poverty rate12.6%

Unemployment rate3.4%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityDaytona Beach, FL	StateFlorida	CountryUnited States
Total population	78,992	22,416,077	334,922,499
Rent	$1,328	$1,669	$1,413
Year built	1981	1988	1980
Household income	$52,058	$74,568	$80,734
Per capita income	$33,371	$42,609	$44,673
Poverty rate	20.4%	12.6%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	4.5%	3.4%	4%

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Summary for Daytona Beach, FL

Daytona Beach is located in Florida.

Rent & Income

In Daytona Beach, the typical monthly rent is $1,328 and the typical household income is $52,058. Rent here is lower than in both Florida and the U.S., and household income is also lower than in both. The estimated poverty rate is 20.4%, which is higher than in both Florida and national.

Housing & Affordability

Renters make up about 52.5% of households, indicating a relatively balanced mix of renters and owners. About 55.7% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 27.8% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 4.5%, which is higher than both Florida and the national rate.

Daytona Beach, FL — Rent vs Household Income

Daytona Beach, FL — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Daytona Beach, FL compares in Florida (59 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,328	5 / 59	from lower rent	$1,246 – $2,851
Household income	$52,058	57 / 59	from higher income	$46,195 – $139,825
Poverty rate	20.4%	55 / 59	from lower poverty	6.1% – 30.8%
Unemployment rate	4.5%	59 / 59	from lower unemployment	2.1% – 4.5%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Florida with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Daytona Beach, FL

Rent

Daytona Beach ranks 5th out of 59 large places in Florida for rent. Statewide rents range from $1,246 in Winter Haven, FL to $2,851 in Weston, FL.

Household income

Daytona Beach ranks 57th among 59 large places for typical household income. Statewide values run from $46,195 in Gainesville, FL to $139,825 in Weston, FL.

Poverty rate

Looking at poverty, Daytona Beach ranks 55th out of 59 large places. Statewide poverty rates range from 6.1% in Weston, FL to 30.8% in Gainesville, FL.

Unemployment rate

Daytona Beach places 59th among 59 large communities for unemployment. Statewide figures run from 2.1% to 4.5%.

💰 Rent in Daytona Beach, FL (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,328 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Daytona Beach, FL

Annual Household Income: $52,058

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Daytona Beach, FL

Estimated Rate: 20.4%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Daytona Beach, FL

In Daytona Beach, FL, households that rent: 18,193 (52.5%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	18,193	52.5%
Owner-Occupied	16,459	47.5%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Daytona Beach, FL

In Daytona Beach, FL, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 10,127 (55.7%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	10,127	55.7%
Other renter households	8,066	44.3%
Total renter households	18,193	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Daytona Beach, FL

Less than High School: 16,023 people (29.3%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 16,844 people (30.8%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 6,637 people (12.1%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 15,208 people (27.8%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 54,712

📊 Unemployment Rate in Daytona Beach, FL

Estimated Rate: 4.5%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.