Median Age
46 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
19%
Over 65
26%
Destin
Destin, FL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,665
Population
23,672
Renter Mix
30% Rent
The crown jewel of the Emerald Coast
Coastal
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Picturesque
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Vibrant
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Active
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Laidback
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Family-Friendly
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Nestled along Florida's Emerald Coast, Destin combines coastal living with modern comfort. The city's beaches showcase pristine white sand, formed from Appalachian quartz crystal, set against emerald-green waters. The rental market includes beachfront condominiums and single-family homes, with current average rents ranging from $1,504 for studios to $2,584 for three-bedroom units. Rental prices have adjusted over the past year, with rates dropping between 2-11% across different unit sizes.
Destin Harbor anchors the community, hosting Florida's largest fishing fleet and numerous charter boats. The area offers distinct residential zones, with properties available both along the Gulf and near Choctawhatchee Bay. The city comes alive during signature events like the Destin Fishing Rodeo and Seafood Festival, held each October at the harbor. While the year-round population is approximately 13,931, the area welcomes additional seasonal residents who appreciate the combination of natural surroundings and local amenities.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$92,748
Average: $119,250
Education
10,569
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
11,888
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Destin has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
30%
Non-Renters
70%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
37%
Other Education
63%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Destin, FL is $1,471 for a studio, $1,704 for one bedroom, $2,127 for two bedrooms, and $2,604 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Destin has decreased by -5.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,704/month
762 Sq Ft
House
$3,918/month
2,146 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,146/month
1,068 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,533/month
1,618 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Destin, FL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
976 Students
Public
Grades K-8
846 Students
Public
Grades K-8
846 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
470 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Henderson Beach State Park
- Emerald Coast Science Center
- Topsail Hill State Preserve
- Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park
Airports
- Eglin AFB/Destin-Ft Walton Beach
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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.