Median Age
48 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
16%
Over 65
28%
Delray Beach, FL
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,406
Population
71,600
Renter Mix
39% Rent
Live every day like it's a vacation in this Floridian resort destination
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Delray Beach sits along Florida's Atlantic coast, where historic downtown streets meet pristine shoreline. Atlantic Avenue serves as the heart of downtown, connecting local shops and restaurants to the beach. The city features two miles of public beaches and several parks, while the Pineapple Grove Arts District showcases local talent through the Cornell Art Museum and surrounding galleries. The rental market reflects the area's desirability, with current average rents ranging from $2,193 for studios to $3,340 for three-bedroom units, reflecting moderate year-over-year increases between 0.4% and 3.1%.
Housing options span from beachfront properties to Mediterranean Revival and Art Deco-style homes in established neighborhoods. The Marina District offers waterfront living, while Lake Ida maintains its classic Florida character. The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens provide serene grounds and host traditional festivals throughout the year. The Arts Warehouse and Artists Alley continue the creative spirit that has defined Delray Beach since the 1930s. The city's dedication to preserving its character while supporting thoughtful development has earned recognition, including being named the Best Beach in Florida in USA Today's 2024 Readers' Choice Awards.
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Demographics
Median Household Income
$74,542
Average: $103,028
Education
28,852
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
36,605
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Delray Beach has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
39%
Non-Renters
61%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
34%
Other Education
66%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Delray Beach, FL is $2,299 for a studio, $2,415 for one bedroom, $2,923 for two bedrooms, and $3,350 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Delray Beach has increased by 1.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,415/month
795 Sq Ft
House
$8,525/month
2,088 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,195/month
1,080 Sq Ft
Townhome
$4,816/month
1,615 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Delray Beach, FL is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Morikami Park Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
801 Students
Banyan Creek Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
818 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
730 Students
Orchard View Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
629 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
360 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
730 Students
Village Academy On The Art & Sara Jo Kobacker Campus
Public
Grades PK-12
670 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
587 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,600 Students
Village Academy On The Art & Sara Jo Kobacker Campus
Public
Grades PK-12
670 Students
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Wakodahatchee Wetlands
- Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
- American Orchid Society Botanical Garden
- Green Cay Nature Center
- Sandoway House Nature Center
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Palm Beach International
- Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood 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 June 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.