South Daytona city, Florida Demographics & Population 2026

Name: South Daytona city, Florida Demographics
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As of 2026, South Daytona city, Florida has a total population of 13,322, the 285th largest city in Florida, with a median household income of $54,931, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.0%.

South Daytona city Quick Facts

Population 13,322

Median Household Income $54,931

Median Home Value $210,500

Poverty Rate 17.0%

Unemployment Rate 4.5%

Median Age 48.1 years

Homeownership Rate 61.9%

Affordability Ratio 3.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 25.4%

High School Graduation Rate 90.6%

Diversity Index 40/100

Population 13,322 285th of 953

Median Income $54,931 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 17.0% 37% higher national

Median Home Value $210,500 bottom 30%

How South Daytona city Compares

Median Household Income

South Daytona city

$54,931

$71,711

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

South Daytona city

$210,500

$325,000

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 22.1%

$25K-$50K 22.5%

$50K-$100K 34.1%

$100K+ 21.3%

Employment

4.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.8% | National: 5.2%

55.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 61.9%

Renter 38.1%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.8%

18-34

14.6%

35-54

29.8%

55-74

30.3%

75+

9.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 64 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

South Daytona city Rankings in Florida

#285 Population of 953

#678 Median Income of 953

#517 Education of 953

#675 Home Value of 953

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Cities Similar to South Daytona city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Villas CDP	13,578	$55,641	$232,800	28.6%	9.2%
Wimauma CDP	13,003	$58,708	$334,400	21.0%	25.6%
On Top of the World CDP	13,772	$57,765	$275,000	38.3%	5.8%
Elfers CDP	13,877	$52,979	$173,400	14.0%	13.9%
Bellair-Meadowbrook Terrace CDP	13,887	$56,887	$218,700	20.6%	14.2%

Population Overview

South Daytona city is a small city located in Florida. The total population is 13,322. It ranks as the 285th most populous out of 953 cities and towns in Florida.

Age Demographics

The median age in South Daytona city is 48.1 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 42.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in South Daytona city is $54,931. This is 23% lower than the state median of $71,711. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 30% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.0%. This is 35% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 6% lower than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $210,500. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $325,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 61.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% lower than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in South Daytona city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 11.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (9.6%) is well below the state average of 26.8%. The Asian population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 2.8%.

Education

25.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% lower than the state rate of 33.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for South Daytona city, Florida is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Florida state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 953 Census-designated places in Florida. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of South Daytona city, Florida?

South Daytona city, Florida has a population of 13,322 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in South Daytona city, FL?

The median household income in South Daytona city is $54,931, which is 30% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in South Daytona city, FL?

The poverty rate in South Daytona city is 17.0%. This means approximately 2,251 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of South Daytona city, Florida?

South Daytona city's population is 76.0% White, 11.2% Black, 9.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in South Daytona city, FL?

The median home value in South Daytona city is $210,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

How educated is South Daytona city, Florida?

25.4% of adults (25+) in South Daytona city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.