How much does it cost to rent in Daytona Beach, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Daytona Beach, FL is $1,565. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Daytona Beach cheaper than other Florida cities?

Daytona Beach is among the more affordable cities in Florida, ranking #280 out of 288 cities at $1,565/mo.

When was Daytona Beach rent data last updated?

Daytona Beach rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Daytona Beach

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Pop. 78,992·280th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Daytona Beach, FL

Median rent (all units)

$1,565/mo

Year-over-Year

+4.1%

Month-over-Month

-0.1%

vs US Median

-$400

Stable (Monthly)

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Daytona Beach · $1,565

More affordable than 72% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

75/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 13% below what Daytona Beach's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,565/mo

Expected by trend

$1,791/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Daytona Beach's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,307

1 BR

$1,557

2 BR

$1,907

3 BR

$2,507

4 BR+

$2,690

Research median

$1,907/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$18,780/yr

At $1,565/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (4.1% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+4.1% YoY, -0.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Daytona Beach, FL is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

78,992

Median income

$52,058

Median age

40.3

Renters

52.5%

Age distribution

15.3%

29.2%

19.5%

13.5%

22.5%

Under 1815.3%

18–3429.2%

35–5419.5%

55–6413.5%

65+22.5%

Gender

50.6%

49.4%

Male50.6%

Female49.4%

Race & ethnicity

54.4%

30.3%

White54.4%

Black30.3%

Hispanic9.9%

Asian2.9%

Other2.6%

Education (25+)

30.8%

32.9%

27.8%

No HS diploma8.6%

HS diploma30.8%

Some college32.9%

Bachelor's+27.8%

Housing tenure

47.5%

52.5%

Owner47.5%

Renter52.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Daytona Beach, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,150 → $1,565

up 36.1%

Income

$42,392 → $52,058

up 22.8%

Population

71,041 → 78,992

up 11.2%

Renter share

55.9% → 52.5%

-3.4 pts

Bachelor's+

24.2% → 27.8%

+3.6 pts

Median age

39.4 → 40.3

+0.9 yrs

Rent in Daytona Beach, FL has climbed 36.1% since 2021, going from about $1,150 per month to roughly $1,565 today. Household income in the area moved from $42,392 to $52,058 across the same window, up 22.8% versus 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 13.3 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 71,041 to 78,992 between 2021 and 2024, a 11.2% change. About 52.5% of households rent today, against 55.9% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 24.2% to 27.8%. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Daytona Beach, FL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Daytona Beach on your salary?

At $1,565/mo, how Daytona Beach rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 21.4% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 30.1% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 26.1% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 14.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 11.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 32.2% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 35.6% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 28.9% income

affordable

By apartment size

Daytona Beach rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Daytona Beach. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Daytona Beach

About renting in Daytona Beach, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Daytona Beach is $1,565/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,307/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,907/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,557/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,507/mo.

At 36% of local median household income ($52,058/yr), Daytona Beach ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Daytona Beach an affordable city for renters?

Daytona Beach is considered moderate for renters. At $1,565/mo, rent takes approximately 36% of the local median household income ($52,058/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Daytona Beach slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Daytona Beach?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $63,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,565/mo in Daytona Beach. The local median household income is $52,058/yr, meaning the typical Daytona Beach household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Daytona Beach?

Rent in Daytona Beach has increased 4.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Daytona Beach neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Daytona Beach are 32114 ($1,493/mo), 32118 ($1,629/mo), and 32124 ($2,620/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Daytona Beach is $1,565/mo.

How does Daytona Beach rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Daytona Beach is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #280 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,565/mo.

What percentage of Daytona Beach residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 52.5% of Daytona Beach households are renters, while 47.5% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Daytona Beach has a strong rental market.

How does Daytona Beach rent compare to the national average?

Daytona Beach's median rent of $1,565/mo is $400 (20%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #280 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

36%

MODERATE

At $1,565/mo, rent takes ~36% of Daytona Beach's median household income ($52,058/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Daytona Beach 36%Benchmark 30%

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