Delray Beach, Florida Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Delray Beach, Florida is 66,940 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 53rd-largest city in Florida. The median household income is $79,393, the median home value is $386,700, and the median age is 51.8.
The population has grown 15.4% since 2010 (60,801 → 70,140).
66,940
Population
4204
People / sq mi
$79,393
Median Income
$386,700
Median Home Value
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Delray Beach covers 15.9 sq mi of land at 4204 people per square mile.
About Delray Beach, FL
Delray Beach skews on age — the median resident is 51.8, older than the national median. Delray Beach is a city in Florida with a population of 66,940.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $79,393 — near the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 7.4%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $386,700, with typical rent around $1,914.
Roughly 41.1% of adults have a bachelor’s, above the national 35.0%. About 17.2% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Delray Beach — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Delray Beach city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Delray Beach city had a population of 60,801 in 2010 and 70,140 in 2024, a 15.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 70,140 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.04%.
70,140
Population (2024)
60,801
Population (2010)
70,140
Peak (2024)
1.04%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 60,801 |
| 2011 | 61,495 |
| 2012 | 62,267 |
| 2013 | 64,177 |
| 2014 | 65,004 |
| 2015 | 66,203 |
| 2016 | 67,546 |
| 2017 | 68,708 |
| 2018 | 69,176 |
| 2019 | 69,451 |
| 2020 | 66,815 |
| 2021 | 66,672 |
| 2022 | 67,587 |
| 2023 | 68,594 |
| 2024 | 70,140 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 55.2% |
| Black or African American | 30.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$79,393
Median Household Income
$56,068
Per Capita Income
7.4%
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$386,700
Median Home Value
$1,914
Median Rent
65.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.7%
High School+
41.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.8%
Drive Alone
69.7%
Public Transit
17.2%
Work From Home
22.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
44.6%
Foreign Born
70.3%
Non-English at Home
4.8%
Veterans
13.1%
With Disability
89.9%
Health Insurance
95.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 18.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 13.4% |
| Information | 11.2% |
| Construction | 6.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.3% |
| Manufacturing | 3.9% |
| Retail Trade | 3.2% |
| Public Administration | 2.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Delray Beach, Florida has a population of 66,940 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 53rd-largest city in Florida.
The median household income in Delray Beach, Florida is $79,393, with 7.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Delray Beach, Florida is $386,700, with median monthly rent at $1,914 and a homeownership rate of 65.0%.
The median age in Delray Beach, Florida is 51.8 years. The population is 48.3% male and 51.7% female.
The population has grown 15.4% since 2010 (60,801 → 70,140).
Delray Beach city, FL Climate
Delray Beach city, FL has an average annual temperature of 24.1°C (75°F) and receives about 1524 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
24.1°C
Avg Temp
1524
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 19° / 66° | 70 mm |
| February | 19° / 67° | 67 mm |
| March | 21° / 70° | 84 mm |
| April | 23° / 74° | 78 mm |
| May | 25° / 78° | 153 mm |
| June | 27° / 81° | 213 mm |
| July | 28° / 83° | 163 mm |
| August | 28° / 83° | 165 mm |
| September | 28° / 82° | 209 mm |
| October | 26° / 78° | 156 mm |
| November | 23° / 73° | 105 mm |
| December | 20° / 69° | 61 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Delray Beach city, FL
The most comfortable months to visit Delray Beach city, FL are typically December, March and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 14°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.