How much does it cost to rent in Deltona, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Deltona, FL is $2,023. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Deltona cheaper than other Florida cities?

Deltona falls in the middle range for Florida, ranking #179 out of 288 cities at $2,023/mo.

When was Deltona rent data last updated?

Deltona 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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Deltona

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Pop. 97,334·179th most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Deltona, FL

Median rent (all units)

$2,023/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.0%

Month-over-Month

+1.9%

vs US Median

+$58

Rising (Monthly)

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Deltona · $2,023

More expensive than 60% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

69/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$2,023/mo

Expected by trend

$2,241/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,270

1 BR

$1,515

2 BR

$1,855

3 BR

$2,440

4 BR+

$2,620

Research median

$1,855/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

$24,276/yr

At $2,023/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (2.0% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.0% YoY, +1.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Deltona, FL is majority owner-occupied, 19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

97,334

Median income

$76,924

Median age

38.5

Renters

19.8%

Age distribution

23.1%

21.9%

26%

12.6%

16.4%

Under 1823.1%

18–3421.9%

35–5426%

55–6412.6%

65+16.4%

Gender

49.4%

50.6%

Male49.4%

Female50.6%

Race & ethnicity

50%

40.9%

White50%

Black11.9%

Hispanic40.9%

Asian1.6%

Education (25+)

35%

36.1%

19.9%

No HS diploma9%

HS diploma35%

Some college36.1%

Bachelor's+19.9%

Housing tenure

80.2%

19.8%

Owner80.2%

Renter19.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Deltona, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,465 → $2,023

up 38.1%

Income

$62,768 → $76,924

up 22.6%

Population

93,464 → 97,334

up 4.1%

Renter share

22.5% → 19.8%

-2.7 pts

Bachelor's+

17.1% → 19.9%

+2.8 pts

Rent in Deltona, FL has climbed 38.1% since 2021, going from about $1,465 per month to roughly $2,023 today. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $62,768 in 2021 to $76,924 more recently. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 15.5 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 93,464 to 97,334 between 2021 and 2024, a 4.1% change. About 19.8% of households rent today, against 22.5% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 17.1% to 19.9%. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Deltona, FL market of 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Deltona on your salary?

At $2,023/mo, how Deltona rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 27.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 38.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 33.8% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 18.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 14.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 41.6% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 46% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 37.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Deltona rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Deltona

About renting in Deltona, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Deltona is $2,023/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,270/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,855/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,515/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,440/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($76,924/yr), Deltona ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Deltona an affordable city for renters?

Deltona is considered moderate for renters. At $2,023/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($76,924/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Deltona slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Deltona?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $81,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,023/mo in Deltona. The local median household income is $76,924/yr, meaning the typical Deltona household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Deltona?

Rent in Deltona has increased 2.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Deltona neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Deltona are 32738 ($2,010/mo), and 32725 ($2,060/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Deltona is $2,023/mo.

How does Deltona rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Deltona is middle-of-the-pack for Florida for rent, ranking #179 out of 288 tracked cities at $2,023/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Deltona?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Deltona ($2,023/mo): Orange City ($1,766/mo), Deland ($1,807/mo), Sanford ($1,837/mo).

What percentage of Deltona residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 19.8% of Deltona households are renters, while 80.2% are owner-occupied. Deltona leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Deltona rent compare to the national average?

Deltona's median rent of $2,023/mo is $58 (3%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #179 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

32%

MODERATE

At $2,023/mo, rent takes ~32% of Deltona's median household income ($76,924/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Deltona 32%Benchmark 30%

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