Median Age
65 Years
Largest Age Group
65-74 Years
Approximately 24% of Residents
Under 20
8%
Over 65
50%
Daytona Beach Shores
Daytona Beach Shores, FL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$491
Population
9,404
Renter Mix
26% Rent
The ideal place for sand in your shoes and sunsets over the ocean
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Waking up to an Atlantic sunrise is just part of a regular Tuesday when you call Daytona Beach Shores home. This small barrier island city sits just southeast of Daytona Beach proper, packing nearly a mile of oceanfront living into a surprisingly self-sufficient community. High-rise condominiums line the shore, while quieter residential streets closer to the Intracoastal Waterway offer a more laid-back pace. The area supports everyday errands with grocery stores, banks, and shops that you rarely find in communities this close to the water, so you spend less time commuting and more time on the beach.
Renters here find a rental landscape dominated by oceanfront and water-view condos, along with apartment communities that range from cozy one-bedrooms to spacious two-bedroom layouts. Incorporated in 1960, the city has long drawn those who want resort-style surroundings without sacrificing convenience. Neighboring Ponce Inlet and the broader Daytona Beach area add dining, nightlife, and entertainment options just minutes away. The Daytona Beach Boardwalk and Pier, a beloved coastal landmark, is a short drive north for live music, carnival rides, and fresh seafood with an ocean breeze.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$58,974
Average: $75,117
Education
3,806
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
3,699
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Daytona Beach Shores has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
26%
Non-Renters
74%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
35%
Other Education
65%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Daytona Beach Shores, FL is $491 for one bedroom, and $1,029 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Daytona Beach Shores has increased by 1.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$491/month
400 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,830/month
1,115 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Daytona Beach Shores, FL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Museum of Arts and Sciences
- Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse
- Marine Science Center
- Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Daytona Beach International
- Orlando Sanford International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.