Daytona Beach Shores, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Daytona Beach Shores is a small city in Florida with a population of 5,139. Residents earn $70,911 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
5,139 Population 6,267/sq mi density
$70,911 Median Income $59,918 per capita
$410,800 Home Value $360,966 Zillow
$1,461 Median Rent
72°F Avg Temperature
650 Violent Crime/100K 3,971 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,911 median income, 1.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$410,800 home value, $1,461/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
650 violent crimes/100K (71% above avg)
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,911
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $410,800
46% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 650/100K
71% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.3%
28% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,461
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.8%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

How Daytona Beach Shores Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,139
Median Age64.8 yrs
Density6,267/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,911
Per Capita$59,918
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$29,511M
Commute29 min

Housing

B
Home Value$410,800
Rent$1,461
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$360,966

Crime

F
Violent650/100K
Property3,971/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault650/100K
Burglary581/100K

Health

Obesity29.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Elevation13 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.3%
High School+96.3%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute29 min
EV Stations3
Libraries14

Is Daytona Beach Shores a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Daytona Beach Shores receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs. Daytona Beach Shores offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Daytona Beach Shores is $70,911, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Daytona Beach Shores is $410,800, 46% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,461 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 650 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,971 per 100,000, 103% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Daytona Beach Shores has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Daytona Beach Shores has a population of 5,139 with a density of 6,267 people per square mile. The median age is 64.8 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 2.5% Black.

Population

5,139
Total Population
6,267
People / sq mi
64.8yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Daytona Beach Shores vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.1%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.9%
19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Daytona Beach Shores vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Daytona Beach Shores is $70,911, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Daytona Beach Shores vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,911
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$59,918
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$73,488

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)16,756
County GDP$29,511M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,366
Healthcare1,587
Retail2,031
Manufacturing393

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,338
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Daytona Beach Shores is $410,800, 46% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,461 (26% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $360,966.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$410,800
46% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$360,966
Median List Price$342,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$342,450
$/Sq Ft$274
Homes Sold30
Sale-to-List Ratio94.6%
Price Drops20.4%
Inventory284

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,461
26% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,421

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,338
81% above US avg
Effective Rate1.54%
In Daytona Beach Shores, 29.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Daytona Beach Shores vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.8%
7% below US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.9%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death11,240/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access81.7%
Healthcare Facilities1,587
Daytona Beach Shores has a violent crime rate of 650 per 100,000 residents, 71% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,971 per 100,000 (103% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Daytona Beach Shores vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent650.3/100K
71% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault650.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,971.2/100K
103% above US avg
Burglary580.6/100K
Theft3,181.6/100K
Vehicle Theft209.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)124

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Daytona Beach Shores has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average72.0°F
33% above US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density6,267/sq mi
Coordinates29.1713°N, 80.9807°W
County FIPS12127
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 43.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.3%
28% above US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score5.60
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density6,267/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,587
Restaurants1,366
Retail Stores2,031

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)124
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Work from Home23.8%

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