Deltona, Florida Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Deltona, Florida had a total population of 97,334, the 30th largest city in Florida, with a median household income of $76,924, which is 3% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Deltona Quick Facts
How Deltona Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 95,682 | 97,334 | +1.7% |
| Median household income | $72,967 | $76,924 | +5.4% |
| Median home value | $254,100 | $285,400 | +12.3% |
How Deltona Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Deltona Rankings in Florida
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Other Cities in Volusia County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daytona Beach | 78,992 | $52,058 | 20.4% | $287,700 |
| Port Orange | 64,767 | $74,426 | 11.0% | $317,200 |
| Ormond Beach | 43,976 | $69,177 | 10.1% | $354,800 |
| DeLand | 41,611 | $71,863 | 11.0% | $330,900 |
| New Smyrna Beach | 31,974 | $83,865 | 8.2% | $395,300 |
| Edgewater | 23,627 | $60,977 | 10.0% | $256,200 |
| DeBary | 22,869 | $88,569 | 5.3% | $349,700 |
| Orange City | 14,372 | $57,800 | 10.4% | $259,100 |
| South Daytona | 13,543 | $56,579 | 16.9% | $222,200 |
| Holly Hill | 13,084 | $55,412 | 21.5% | $205,100 |
Cities Similar to Deltona
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise | 97,918 | $77,652 | $354,500 | 33.6% | 10.7% |
| Palm Coast | 98,258 | $77,350 | $350,800 | 29.7% | 10.6% |
| Plantation | 96,293 | $92,541 | $483,500 | 45.9% | 10.0% |
| Fort Myers | 95,051 | $63,732 | $384,500 | 32.0% | 16.3% |
| Town 'n' Country | 85,928 | $73,538 | $337,100 | 31.5% | 11.3% |
Population Overview
Deltona is a mid-sized community located in Florida, within Volusia County. The total population is 97,334. It ranks as the 30th most populous out of 955 Census-designated places in Florida.
Age Demographics
The median age in Deltona is 38.5 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 42.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Deltona is $76,924. This is 3% higher than the state median of $74,568. It is also 5% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.2%. This is 19% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $285,400. Housing costs are 21% lower than the state median of $359,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 80.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 67.6%.
Race & Ethnicity
Deltona is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 40.9%.
Education
19.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% lower than the state rate of 34.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Deltona, Florida is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Florida state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 955 Census-designated places in Florida. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Deltona, Florida?
Deltona, Florida has a population of 97,334 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Deltona, FL?
The median household income in Deltona is $76,924, which is 5% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Deltona, FL?
The poverty rate in Deltona is 10.2%. This means approximately 9,899 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Deltona, Florida?
Deltona's population is 43.0% White, 11.3% Black, 40.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Deltona, FL?
The median home value in Deltona is $285,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.
How educated is Deltona, Florida?
19.9% of adults (25+) in Deltona hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.