Deltona
RANK #626 / 996 NAT · #4 / 41 FL · POP 558,520
1YR FORECAST: -1.0%
5YR OUTLOOK: +21%
Volusia County, Florida, is perhaps best known for Daytona Beach, a city synonymous with motorsports and its expansive Atlantic coastline. Situated on Florida's east coast, just north of Orlando, the county offers a blend of beachside and inland experiences. Commuting within the county and to nearby cities like Orlando is facilitated by major interstates I-4 and I-95, as well as the SunRail commuter train and the Votran public transit system. The community offers a mild climate with abundant sunshine, making its 47 miles of beaches, numerous parks, and extensive trail systems popular for year-round outdoor activities like biking, hiking, kayaking, and manatee watching at Blue Spring State Park.
Life in the county offers a range of community feels, from the college-town atmosphere of DeLand, home to Stetson University, to the more suburban Deltona. The Volusia County Schools district serves over 61,000 students across more than 70 schools and is recognized for its quality education. The local economy is diverse, attracting families, professionals, and retirees. Key sectors driving economic activity include aerospace, manufacturing, healthcare, and education, with ongoing investments in commercial and residential development, infrastructure, and energy.
Above national median (4.7x)
Above national median
Prices declining
Housing is fairly valued at 6.1x relative to local economic output. Climate and geography support a structural premium. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Estimated local headcount ranges. Larger employers shown as floor + "+"; smaller employers show exact counts where reported.
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Source: CDC/NCHS vital statistics via County Health Rankings (2020–2022 avg). Rates per 100,000 population. Grade based on homicide rate relative to national average (~6.3). Learn more →
Source: EPA Air Quality System (2021–2023). Grade based on 3-year average median AQI. Learn about AQI →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Avalon Park at Daytona Beach (Master-Planned Community)
Avalon Park Group Management Inc.
|
$500M | Under Construction |
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Avalon Park Group Solar Farm
Avalon Park Group Management Inc.
|
$323M | Planned |
|
Amazon Robotics Fulfillment Center (DAB2)
Amazon
|
$200M | Operating |
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Wire 3 Fiber Internet Expansion (Deltona and DeLand)
Wire 3
|
$60M | Under Construction |
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AURA AERO Manufacturing and Assembly Plant
AURA AERO Inc.
|
$50M | Planned |
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Wire 3 Fiber Internet Initial Expansion (Six Communities)
Wire 3
|
$50M | Completed |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
At 37/100, Volusia County faces headwinds that place it in the lower third of the 996 counties we track. Median income of $63,075 combined with job growth of +1.6% suggests the local economy is struggling to keep pace with national trends.
Housing in Volusia County is roughly in line with national affordability norms. The median home costs $251,400 and the income-to-home-value ratio sits at 0.25, with rents averaging $1,271/month. Not a bargain, but not a stretch for most local earners either.
Volusia County is growing on multiple fronts. Population is up +1.8% year-over-year while employers added jobs at a +1.6% clip. Home values shifted -4.3% in the past year.
There's a moderate stream of newcomers. About 3.66% of residents moved from another state, which is above average and suggests Volusia County has appeal as a relocation destination — though it's not among the highest-inflow counties nationally.