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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Delray Beach, FL is $2,788. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Delray Beach cheaper than other Florida cities?

Delray Beach is one of the pricier cities in Florida, ranking #42 out of 288 cities tracked at $2,788/mo.

When was Delray Beach rent data last updated?

Delray 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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Delray Beach

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Pop. 67,979·42nd most expensive in Florida·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,788/mo

Year-over-Year

+3.6%

Month-over-Month

+0.4%

vs US Median

+$823

Stable (Monthly)

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Delray Beach · $2,788

More expensive than 87% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

72/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 11% below what Delray Beach's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,788/mo

Expected by trend

$3,128/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,748

1 BR

$1,954

2 BR

$2,334

3 BR

$3,048

4 BR+

$3,644

Research median

$2,334/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

$33,456/yr

At $2,788/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (3.6% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+3.6% YoY, +0.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Delray Beach, FL is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 43.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

67,979

Median income

$82,041

Median age

51.3

Renters

36.8%

Age distribution

13.4%

20.5%

21.4%

16.7%

28%

Under 1813.4%

18–3420.5%

35–5421.4%

55–6416.7%

65+28%

Gender

47.3%

52.7%

Male47.3%

Female52.7%

Race & ethnicity

54.4%

29.2%

White54.4%

Black29.2%

Hispanic11.2%

Asian2.6%

Other2.6%

Education (25+)

20.1%

24.9%

43.7%

No HS diploma11.3%

HS diploma20.1%

Some college24.9%

Bachelor's+43.7%

Housing tenure

63.2%

36.8%

Owner63.2%

Renter36.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Delray Beach, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,935 → $2,788

up 44.1%

Income

$69,804 → $82,041

up 17.5%

Population

66,434 → 67,979

up 2.3%

Renter share

36.1% → 36.8%

+0.7 pts

Bachelor's+

40.5% → 43.7%

+3.2 pts

Median age

49.7 → 51.3

+1.6 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Delray Beach, FL has climbed from $1,935 to $2,788, a 44.1% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $69,804 to $82,041 across the same window, up 17.5% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 2.3% since 2021, moving from about 66,434 residents to roughly 67,979. College-educated residents now make up 43.7% of adults here, versus 40.5% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Delray 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 Delray Beach on your salary?

At $2,788/mo, how Delray Beach rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 38.1% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 53.6% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 46.6% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 26% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 20.4% income

affordable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 57.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 63.4% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 51.5% income

severely rent-burdened

By apartment size

Delray Beach rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Delray Beach, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Delray Beach is $2,788/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,748/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,334/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,954/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,048/mo.

At 41% of local median household income ($82,041/yr), Delray Beach ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Delray Beach an affordable city for renters?

Delray Beach is considered stretched for renters. At $2,788/mo, rent takes approximately 41% of the local median household income ($82,041/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Delray Beach significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

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

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $112,000/year (~$54/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,788/mo in Delray Beach. The local median household income is $82,041/yr, meaning the typical Delray Beach household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Delray Beach?

Rent in Delray Beach has increased 3.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Delray Beach neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Delray Beach are 33484 ($2,667/mo), 33446 ($2,679/mo), and 33445 ($2,724/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Delray Beach is $2,788/mo.

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

Delray Beach is one of the pricier cities in Florida for rent, ranking #42 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,788/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Delray Beach?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Delray Beach ($2,788/mo): Hypoluxo ($2,342/mo), Boynton Beach ($2,404/mo).

What percentage of Delray Beach residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 36.8% of Delray Beach households are renters, while 63.2% are owner-occupied. Delray Beach leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Delray Beach rent compare to the national average?

Delray Beach's median rent of $2,788/mo is $823 (42%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #42 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

41%

STRETCHED

At $2,788/mo, rent takes ~41% of Delray Beach's median household income ($82,041/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Delray Beach 41%Benchmark 30%

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