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Debary

Pop. 22,869·114th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Debary, FL
Median rent (all units)
$2,287/mo
Year-over-Year
+1.5%
Month-over-Month
-0.9%
vs US Median
+$322
Falling (Monthly)
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Debary · $2,287
More expensive than 72% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
55/100
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Rents are 3% below what Debary's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,287/mo
Expected by trend
$2,347/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,320
1 BR
$1,580
2 BR
$1,930
3 BR
$2,540
4 BR+
$2,720
Research median
$1,930/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
$27,444/yr
At $2,287/mo median
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Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+1.5% YoY, -0.9% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Debary, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 32.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
22,869
Median income
$88,569
Median age
45.6
Renters
13%
Age distribution
17.6%
17.9%
23.8%
17%
23.7%
Under 1817.6%
18–3417.9%
35–5423.8%
55–6417%
65+23.7%
Gender
49%
51%
Male49%
Female51%
Race & ethnicity
78%
14.1%
White78%
Black5%
Hispanic14.1%
Asian4.1%
Education (25+)
31.2%
31.6%
32.8%
No HS diploma4.4%
HS diploma31.2%
Some college31.6%
Bachelor's+32.8%
Housing tenure
87%
13%
Owner87%
Renter13%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Debary, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,087 → $2,287
up 9.6%
Income
$75,771 → $88,569
up 16.9%
Population
22,015 → 22,869
up 3.9%
Renter share
11.4% → 13%
+1.6 pts
Bachelor's+
27.8% → 32.8%
+5.0 pts
Median age
48.4 → 45.6
-2.8 yrs

The median rent in Debary, FL stood at $2,087 in 2023 and currently runs about $2,287, reflecting a 9.6% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $75,771 to $88,569 across the same window, up 16.9% versus 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. The population has grown by 3.9% since 2021, moving from about 22,015 residents to roughly 22,869. Renters now make up 13% of households, compared with 11.4% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 32.8% of adults here, versus 27.8% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Debary, FL look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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About renting in Debary, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Debary is $2,287/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,320/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,930/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,580/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,540/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($88,569/yr), Debary ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Debary an affordable city for renters?

Debary is considered moderate for renters. At $2,287/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($88,569/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Debary slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Debary?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $91,000/year (~$44/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,287/mo in Debary. The local median household income is $88,569/yr, meaning the typical Debary household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Debary?

Rent in Debary has increased 1.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Debary rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Debary is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #114 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,287/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Debary?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Debary ($2,287/mo): Orange City ($1,766/mo), Deland ($1,807/mo), Sanford ($1,837/mo).

What percentage of Debary residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 13% of Debary households are renters, while 87% are owner-occupied. Debary leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Debary rent compare to the national average?

Debary's median rent of $2,287/mo is $322 (16%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #114 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $2,287/mo, rent takes ~31% of Debary's median household income ($88,569/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Debary 31%Benchmark 30%
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