Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Daytona Beach

Affordability in Daytona Beach

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Daytona Beach is $1,328 and the median household income is $52,058 annually. With 53% of residents renting, demand for affordable housing options in the city is significant.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Daytona Beach Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 928 per 100,000 residents in 2022. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Daytona Beach

The area around assisted properties in Daytona Beach scores 57 (Somewhat Walkable), 29 (Some Transit) for transit, and 51 for bikeability, according to Walk Score. These scores reflect conditions near the assisted properties specifically, not the city as a whole.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 18 schools across 1 district serve Daytona Beach, including 6 elementary, 2 middle, 8 high schools, and 2 other schools. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Housing Costs in Daytona Beach

The median household income in Daytona Beach is $52,058 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. With a median market rent of $1,328 per month, income-restricted housing can make a meaningful difference for renters in this city.

• Median household income: $52,058/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,328/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 53% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)
• HUD-assisted and income-restricted units available: 895 across 9 properties

More than half of Daytona Beach households rent, making affordable unit availability an important resource for a large share of residents.

Environment and Flood Risk

All 9 affordable housing properties in Daytona Beach have been mapped for flood risk. Of those, 2 are located in high-risk flood zones -- a relevant consideration given the city's coastal location. Renters interested in those properties should ask management about flood insurance requirements and any building-level flood mitigation measures.