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Population Review

DeBary, Florida Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of DeBary, Florida is 22,602 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 190th-largest city in Florida. The median household income is $87,391, the median home value is $307,600, and the median age is 46.4.

The population has grown 21.6% since 2010 (19,298 → 23,468).

22,602

Population

1193

People / sq mi

$87,391

Median Income

$307,600

Median Home Value

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DeBary covers 19.0 sq mi of land at 1193 people per square mile.

About DeBary, FL

DeBary is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 55.7% of the population. With 22,602 residents, DeBary is a city in Florida.

Median household income is $87,391, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US cities at 2.4%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $307,600, with typical rent around $1,479.

Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 31.0% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 17.4%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.

The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in DeBary, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.

DeBary city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of DeBary city had a population of 19,298 in 2010 and 23,468 in 2024, a 21.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 23,468 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.41%.

2024 · 23K20102024
DeBary city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

23,468

Population (2024)

19,298

Population (2010)

23,468

Peak (2024)

1.41%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201019,298
201119,274
201219,314
201319,445
201419,639
201519,982
201620,380
201720,732
201821,043
201921,305
202022,239
202122,509
202222,928
202323,223
202423,468

Race & Ethnicity

White78.9%
Black or African American4.7%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.4%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$87,391

Median Household Income

$45,163

Per Capita Income

2.4%

Poverty Rate

2.2%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$307,600

Median Home Value

$1,479

Median Rent

85.7%

Owner-Occupied

Education

94.5%

High School+

31.0%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.4%

Drive Alone

73.4%

Public Transit

17.4%

Work From Home

26.4 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

55.7%

Foreign Born

86.7%

Non-English at Home

11.0%

Veterans

14.7%

With Disability

92.8%

Health Insurance

96.5%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management20.0%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate15.7%
Information11.2%
Construction9.4%
Education, Health Care & Social Services8.0%
Retail Trade7.2%
Public Administration5.6%
Manufacturing4.7%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.5%
Transportation & Warehousing1.6%
Agriculture & Mining0.2%

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Frequently Asked Questions

DeBary, Florida has a population of 22,602 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 190th-largest city in Florida.

The median household income in DeBary, Florida is $87,391, with 2.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in DeBary, Florida is $307,600, with median monthly rent at $1,479 and a homeownership rate of 85.7%.

The median age in DeBary, Florida is 46.4 years. The population is 49.3% male and 50.7% female.

The population has grown 21.6% since 2010 (19,298 → 23,468).

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.