Cost of Living in Volusia County, Florida

$1,368/mo

Median Monthly Rent

$278,000

Median Home Value

11% above state averageUnaffordable

At a Glance

Median Monthly Rent

$1,368/mo

11% above state average

Median Home Value

$278,000

1% below national

Rent-to-Income Ratio

33.0%

% of income spent on rent

Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)

Affordability Rating

Unaffordable

Rent over 50% of income

How Volusia County Compares

Median monthly rent comparison

Volusia County$1,368/mo

Florida Average$1,233/mo

National Median$1,163/mo

Detailed Housing Stats

$1,368/mo

Median Gross Rent

$278,000

Median Home Value

$1,105/mo

Monthly Owner Cost

33.0%

Rent-to-Income Ratio

Data Story

About Cost of Living in Volusia County, Florida

Volusia balances coastal access and affordability

Volusia County's 24.7% rent-to-income ratio reflects moderate affordability pressure, despite a median household income of $66,581 and median rents of $1,368. Residents earn slightly below the national median of $74,755, making higher rents a noticeable budget squeeze.

Slightly above average affordability strain

Volusia's 24.7% rent-to-income ratio exceeds Florida's state average of 22.5%, placing it among moderately strained counties. At $1,368, median rents run above the statewide median of $1,233, reflecting the county's appeal as a beach destination.

Pricier than rural counties, cheaper than St. Johns

Volusia's $1,368 median rent sits between coastal Seminole ($1,686) and rural Sumter ($1,225), positioning it as a mid-market option. The county's 24.7% affordability ratio mirrors Seminole (24.4%), despite slightly lower incomes.

Renter strain exceeds homeowner comfort

Renters pay $1,368 monthly (24.7% of income), while homeowners owe $1,105 (20%), showing sharper affordability stress for renters. The median home value of $278,000 remains accessible for those with modest down payments and stable incomes.

Volusia suits beach-loving homebuyers

Renters earning under $70,000 should consider moving inland to Sumter or Suwannee for lower housing costs. Homebuyers with $65,000+ household income may find Volusia's beach lifestyle and $278,000 median home price worth the affordability trade-off.

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See how your income compares to housing costs in Volusia County

Your Annual Household Income

Rent Burden

24.7%

of gross income

Max Housing (28% Rule)

$1,554

per month

Owner Cost Burden

19.9%

of gross income

The median home in Volusia County may be a stretch

Median home value is $278,000. Estimated monthly cost: $2,219 vs. your max of $1,554.

Rent Affordability Guide

Your rent-to-income ratio24.7%

Recommended max30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Volusia County, Florida?

Volusia County, Florida has a median monthly rent of $1,368/mo and a median home value of $278,000. The affordability rating is Unaffordable, with rent making up approximately 33.0% of median household income.

What is the median rent in Volusia County?

The median gross rent in Volusia County is $1,368/mo. This is 11% above state average for Florida.

Is Volusia County affordable?

Volusia County is rated Unaffordable based on rent-to-income ratio of 33.0%. Spending over 50% of income on rent is generally considered unaffordable.

How does Volusia County's rent compare to the state average?

Volusia County's median rent of $1,368/mo is 11% above state average of $1,233/mo for Florida.

What is the median home value in Volusia County?

The median home value in Volusia County, Florida is $278,000. This is 1% below the national median home value of $281,900.