Cost of Living in Volusia County, Florida
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Volusia County Compares
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Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Volusia County ranks #2,912 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 7%)
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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Affordability Verdict
For renters in Volusia County, the market is affordable. Expect to pay around $1,368/month in gross rent, with 33.0% of renter households considered cost-burdened.
Rent vs. Own
At $1,368/month rent versus $1,105/month in owner costs, owning is roughly $263/month cheaper — a 19% difference.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $54,720/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $47,357/year. With a median household income of $66,581, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 33.0% of renter households in Volusia County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Compared to Bay County where rent averages $1,424/month, Volusia County is approximately 4% less expensive.
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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.
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Based on the 30% rule for rent and 28% rule for housing costs (mortgage + owner costs). Mortgage estimate assumes 20% down, 7.2% interest, 30-year fixed.
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