City Report · FL

Deland

Pop. 41,611·236th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Deland, FL
Median rent (all units)
$1,807/mo
Year-over-Year
+1.2%
Month-over-Month
+2.3%
vs US Median
-$158
Rising (Monthly)
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Deland · $1,807
More affordable than 53% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
67/100
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Rents are 9% below what Deland's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,807/mo
Expected by trend
$1,977/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,265
1 BR
$1,410
2 BR
$1,660
3 BR
$2,145
4 BR+
$2,440
Research median
$1,660/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
$21,684/yr
At $1,807/mo median
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Rents are climbing (1.2% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+1.2% YoY, +2.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Deland, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 33.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
41,611
Median income
$71,863
Median age
39
Renters
35.6%
Age distribution
21%
22.7%
23.8%
21.6%
Under 1821%
18–3422.7%
35–5423.8%
55–6410.9%
65+21.6%
Gender
46.5%
53.5%
Male46.5%
Female53.5%
Race & ethnicity
64.7%
25.2%
White64.7%
Black11.7%
Hispanic25.2%
Asian1.8%
Education (25+)
27.4%
31.2%
33.7%
No HS diploma7.7%
HS diploma27.4%
Some college31.2%
Bachelor's+33.7%
Housing tenure
64.4%
35.6%
Owner64.4%
Renter35.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Deland, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,242 → $1,807
up 45.5%
Income
$59,641 → $71,863
up 20.5%
Population
36,528 → 41,611
up 13.9%
Renter share
39.9% → 35.6%
-4.3 pts
Bachelor's+
31.9% → 33.7%
+1.8 pts
Median age
40.2 → 39
-1.2 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Deland, FL paid around $1,242 a month. That figure now sits near $1,807, up 45.5% from the 2021 baseline. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $59,641 in 2021 to $71,863 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Deland, FL adding about 5,083 residents over the five-year window, up 13.9% on net. The renter share has eased from 39.9% to 35.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Deland, FL market of 2021.

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About renting in Deland, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Deland is $1,807/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,265/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,660/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,410/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,145/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($71,863/yr), Deland ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Deland an affordable city for renters?

Deland is considered moderate for renters. At $1,807/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($71,863/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Deland slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Deland?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $72,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,807/mo in Deland. The local median household income is $71,863/yr, meaning the typical Deland household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Deland?

Rent in Deland has increased 1.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Deland neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Deland are 32724 ($1,807/mo), and 32720 ($1,916/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Deland is $1,807/mo.

How does Deland rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Deland is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #236 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,807/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Deland?

Orange City is nearby and more affordable at $1,766/mo, which is $41 less than Deland.

What percentage of Deland residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 35.6% of Deland households are renters, while 64.4% are owner-occupied. Deland leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Deland rent compare to the national average?

Deland's median rent of $1,807/mo is $158 (8%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #236 out of 288 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
30%
MODERATE

At $1,807/mo, rent takes ~30% of Deland's median household income ($71,863/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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