Median Income
$50,500
33% lower than US avg
Home Value
$90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.9%
20% lower than US avg
How De Land Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population472
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density1,124/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans4.2%
Economy
B+
Median Income$50,500
Per Capita$28,422
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$719M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$151,208
Rent Burden30.0%
Health
Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease4.6%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation705 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute22 min
Broadband88.4%
Libraries7
Is De Land a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, De Land receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. De Land offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in De Land is $50,500, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in De Land is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
De Land experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
De Land has a population of 472 with a density of 1,124 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.3%), with 3.2% Hispanic, 4.2% Black.
Population
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.0% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.0% |
| 85% below US avg |
The median household income in De Land is $50,500, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,500 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,422 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $903 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,631 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.9% |
| 20% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 382 |
| County GDP | $719M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 28 |
| Healthcare | 23 |
| Retail | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,384 |
| 111% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 8.20% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |
The median home value in De Land is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,208.
Home Values
| Census Median | $90,000 |
| 68% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $151,208 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $825 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 30.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,384 |
| 111% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 8.20% |
In De Land, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: De Land vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.0% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.4% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.2% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 10.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.6% |
| Premature Death | 6,493/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 55.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 23 |
Crime Rates: De Land vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
De Land has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.1°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.6 inches |
| 4% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 705 ft (215 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,124/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1218°N, 88.6435°W |
| County FIPS | 17147 |