Deerfield Beach, Florida Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Deerfield Beach, Florida is 86,742 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 34th-largest city in Florida. The median household income is $56,976, the median home value is $274,400, and the median age is 43.7.
The population has grown 20.4% since 2010 (75,178 → 90,507).
86,742
Population
5797
People / sq mi
$56,976
Median Income
$274,400
Median Home Value
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Deerfield Beach covers 15.0 sq mi of land at 5797 people per square mile.
About Deerfield Beach, FL
Deerfield Beach stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 5,797 people per square mile. Deerfield Beach is a city in Florida with a population of 86,742. It ranks #34 among cities in Florida by population.
Incomes run on the lower side: a median household income of $56,976, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 11.1%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $274,400, with typical rent around $1,670.
27.8% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 11.7%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Deerfield Beach: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Deerfield Beach city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Deerfield Beach city had a population of 75,178 in 2010 and 90,507 in 2024, a 20.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 90,507 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.35%.
90,507
Population (2024)
75,178
Population (2010)
90,507
Peak (2024)
1.35%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 75,178 |
| 2011 | 76,504 |
| 2012 | 77,395 |
| 2013 | 78,002 |
| 2014 | 78,565 |
| 2015 | 79,334 |
| 2016 | 79,972 |
| 2017 | 80,525 |
| 2018 | 80,666 |
| 2019 | 81,066 |
| 2020 | 86,775 |
| 2021 | 86,523 |
| 2022 | 87,623 |
| 2023 | 89,121 |
| 2024 | 90,507 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 44.5% |
| Black or African American | 24.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$56,976
Median Household Income
$33,288
Per Capita Income
11.1%
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$274,400
Median Home Value
$1,670
Median Rent
64.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.3%
High School+
27.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.2%
Drive Alone
70.5%
Public Transit
11.7%
Work From Home
28.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
28.0%
Foreign Born
51.9%
Non-English at Home
4.7%
Veterans
14.1%
With Disability
81.8%
Health Insurance
92.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 15.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 12.8% |
| Construction | 9.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.3% |
| Retail Trade | 6.1% |
| Information | 6.0% |
| Manufacturing | 4.7% |
| Public Administration | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Deerfield Beach, Florida has a population of 86,742 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 34th-largest city in Florida.
The median household income in Deerfield Beach, Florida is $56,976, with 11.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Deerfield Beach, Florida is $274,400, with median monthly rent at $1,670 and a homeownership rate of 64.1%.
The median age in Deerfield Beach, Florida is 43.7 years. The population is 45.8% male and 54.2% female.
The population has grown 20.4% since 2010 (75,178 → 90,507).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.