West DeLand, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

West DeLand is a small town in Florida with a population of 3,278. Residents earn $68,559 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,278 Population 1,525/sq mi density
$68,559 Median Income $32,265 per capita
$233,100 Home Value
$1,605 Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$68,559 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$233,100 home value, $1,605/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,559
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $233,100
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,605
38% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

How West DeLand Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,278
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density1,525/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 63%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,559
Per Capita$32,265
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$29,511M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$233,100
Rent$1,605
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.5 in/yr
Elevation54 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+87.8%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute22 min
Libraries14

Is West DeLand a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West DeLand receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. West DeLand offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West DeLand is $68,559, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West DeLand is $233,100, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,605 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

West DeLand enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

West DeLand has a population of 3,278 with a density of 1,525 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.3%), with 1.9% Black.

Population

3,278
Total Population
1,525
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

West DeLand vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.1%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.9%
26% above US avg

Social Characteristics

West DeLand vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West DeLand is $68,559, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: West DeLand vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,559
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,265
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$73,488

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% 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 Rate2.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Work from Home13.1%

Walkability

The median home value in West DeLand is $233,100, 17% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,605 (38% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$233,100
17% below US avg
Median List Price$379,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$379,999
$/Sq Ft$181
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio96.8%
Price Drops78.6%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,605
38% above US avg

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-Occupied86.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,338
81% above US avg
Effective Rate2.72%
In West DeLand, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West DeLand vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.2%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death11,240/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access81.7%
Healthcare Facilities1,587

Crime Rates: West DeLand vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)124

Safety Score

West DeLand has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average70.3°F
30% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.5 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation54 ft (16 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density1,525/sq mi
Coordinates29.0162°N, 81.3344°W
County FIPS12127
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below 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+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+87.8%
School Test Score5.60
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,525/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,587
Restaurants1,366
Retail Stores2,031

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)124

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Work from Home13.1%

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