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

As of June 2026, the median monthly rent in Daytona Beach Shores, FL is $2,599. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Daytona Beach Shores cheaper than other Florida cities?

Daytona Beach Shores is one of the pricier cities in Florida, ranking #61 out of 294 cities tracked at $2,599/mo.

When was Daytona Beach Shores rent data last updated?

Daytona Beach Shores rent data reflects June 2026 and was last refreshed on June 22, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Daytona Beach Shores

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Pop. 5,188·61st most expensive in Florida·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,599/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+11.2%

vs US Median

+$634

Rising (Monthly)

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Daytona Beach Shores · $2,599

More expensive than 82% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

42% of income

STRETCHED

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,599/mo, rent takes about 42% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$104,000/yr

Local median income

$74,392/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Daytona Beach Shores's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,188

1 BR

$1,146

2 BR

$1,615

3 BR

$2,223

Research median

$1,615/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: June 22, 2026

Annual cost

$31,188/yr

At $2,599/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +11.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Daytona Beach Shores, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 45.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

5,188

Median income

$74,392

Median age

66.8

Renters

25.1%

Age distribution

23%

55.5%

Under 182.3%

18–349.1%

35–5410.1%

55–6423%

65+55.5%

Gender

45.9%

54.1%

Male45.9%

Female54.1%

Race & ethnicity

86%

White86%

Black1.4%

Hispanic6%

Asian3.2%

Other3.3%

Education (25+)

20.7%

30.2%

45.1%

No HS diploma4%

HS diploma20.7%

Some college30.2%

Bachelor's+45.1%

Housing tenure

74.9%

25.1%

Owner74.9%

Renter25.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Daytona Beach Shores, FL has changed in 5 years

Income

$52,699 → $74,392

up 41.2%

Population

5,086 → 5,188

up 2.0%

Renter share

31.2% → 25.1%

-6.1 pts

Bachelor's+

42.9% → 45.1%

+2.2 pts

Median age

64.7 → 66.8

+2.1 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $74,392 today, compared with $52,699 five years earlier. Census counts show Daytona Beach Shores, FL adding about 102 residents over the five-year window, up 2.0% on net. The renter share has eased from 31.2% to 25.1%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 42.9% to 45.1% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Daytona Beach Shores on your salary?

At $2,599/mo, how Daytona Beach Shores rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 35.5% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 50% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 43.4% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 24.3% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 19% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 53.4% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 59.1% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 48% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Daytona Beach Shores rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Daytona Beach Shores, FL

Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in Daytona Beach Shores is $2,599/mo as of June 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,188/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,615/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,146/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,223/mo.

At 42% of local median household income ($74,392/yr), Daytona Beach Shores ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Daytona Beach Shores an affordable city for renters?

Daytona Beach Shores is considered stretched for renters. At $2,599/mo, rent takes approximately 42% of the local median household income ($74,392/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Daytona Beach Shores significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

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

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $104,000/year (~$50/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,599/mo in Daytona Beach Shores. The local median household income is $74,392/yr, meaning the typical Daytona Beach Shores household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Daytona Beach Shores?

Rent in Daytona Beach Shores has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of June 2026.

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

Daytona Beach Shores is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #61 out of 294 tracked cities at $2,599/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Daytona Beach Shores?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Daytona Beach Shores ($2,599/mo): Daytona Beach ($1,565/mo), Holly Hill ($1,582/mo), South Daytona ($1,632/mo).

What percentage of Daytona Beach Shores residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.1% of Daytona Beach Shores households are renters, while 74.9% are owner-occupied. Daytona Beach Shores leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Daytona Beach Shores rent compare to the national average?

Daytona Beach Shores's median rent of $2,599/mo is $634 (32%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #61 out of 294 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

42%

STRETCHED

At $2,599/mo, rent takes ~42% of Daytona Beach Shores's median household income ($74,392/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Daytona Beach Shores 42%Benchmark 30%

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