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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living is 90, then it is 10% lower than average. If the cost of living is 110, then it is 10% higher than average. The breakdown for each index is as follows: goods & services (33%), groceries (13%), health care (5%), housing (30%), transportation (9%) and utilities (10%). If the cost of living data was unavailable for this city, estimates based upon nearby cities were used.
Index Deltona Florida National
Cost of living9998100
Goods & Services9698100
Groceries9999100
Health care9496100
Housing10296100
Transportation10299100
Utilities10097100

An Overview of Cost of Living in Deltona, FL

Are you thinking about relocating, but curious about the potential cost of living in Deltona? Is it more expensive or more affordable than average? Based on the most recent report, the cost of living in Deltona stands at 99, making it 1% lower than the national average. The cost of living directly affects the affordability of one's desired lifestyle. Knowing the cost of housing, transportation, groceries and other essentials in the new area allows people to gauge whether they can maintain their preferred standard of living.

The cost of living in Deltona is about average when compared to all other cities across the nation. You can expect that everyday items like food, goods and services and utility bills will be no more expensive than any other average city. Residents can anticipate living expenses that remain in line with the national average, ensuring a manageable financial burden, making it an attractive choice for those seeking affordability without the constraints of higher everyday expenditures.

Is Deltona Affordable?

Is Deltona an affordable place to live? That's a valid question to ask when you're thinking about moving to a new city. After all, how much it costs to live somewhere can be a huge factor in your decision. Affordability can be broken down into 3 common categories. The cost of living index (we talked about it earlier), housing expenses and income levels all play a big role in figuring out if a place is affordable. For instance, in Deltona, the median home price is 8% lower than what most folks pay across the country, and monthly rent prices are 25.3% higher than the usual rates. Income levels in Deltona come in at $56,760, which is 2.6% higher than the national average.

What Factors can Influence the Cost of Living in Deltona?

Healthcare: Healthcare expenditures and insurance premium rates can vary significantly, contingent upon the particular city or state. Factors such as the accessibility of healthcare facilities, out-of-pocket expenses for doctor's appointments, dental care charges, prescription medication costs, and expenses related to specialized medical care can all have an impact on the overall cost of living. In Deltona, healthcare costs are 5.6% lower than the national average.

Groceries: Grocery costs have continued to increase significantly over the last 2-3 years. In some markets the cost of food has gone up by more than 20% in that period. While other markets have managed to see only a moderate uptick. These food costs can have a major impact on the cost of living in any area. In Deltona, the groceries index is 1.5% lower than the national average.

Subsidies: Certain regions may provide government subsidies or assistance initiatives designed to alleviate the cost of living burden on their residents. These programs encompass a wide range of support mechanisms, such as Medicare, Medicaid, housing subsidies, low-income home energy assistance programs, school lunch programs, supplemental nutrition assistance programs, student loans, electric vehicle tax credits, affordable care act subsidies and farming subsidies. Areas with fewer subsidy offerings might experience an elevation in their cost of living.

Where is the Data From?

The cost of living data in Deltona displayed above is sourced from the C2ER cost of living index, which serves as a practical tool for comparing living expenses across urban areas. Published on a quarterly basis, this index aggregates data from over 300 independent researchers, encompassing more than 60 goods and services, in 6 different categories. The weightings assigned to cost differences rely on government survey data that tracks the spending habits of professional and executive households. It's worth noting that the C2ER index excludes data on sales or income tax rates, while AreaVibes integrates tax rates into the overall cost of living evaluation for each region.

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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Deltona is 1% higher than the Florida average
  • The cost of living in Deltona is 1% lower than the national average
  • Deltona housing is 2% higher than the national average
  • Florida general sales tax is 18% higher than the national average
  • Florida state income tax is 100% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$58,626$4,886$1,368$1,759
      Renters$46,042$3,837$1,074$1,381
      The affordability of the housing market in Deltona, FL as well as the overall cost of living can be predicted by what percent of the monthly income is spent on housing related costs. This is konwn as the debt-to-income ratio (DTI). The overall rule of thumb is that no more than 28% of your gross income should be spent on the overall costs related to housing and no more than 36% of gross income on all expenses and debts. Among Deltona homeowners, the median income is $58,626. This indicates that a monthly maximum of $1,368 should be spent by homeowners on all housing related costs. Renters have a median income of $46,042. This indicates that renters would have a maximum of $1,074 for their rent related monthly costs.

      Florida Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Florida 6% 7.5%

      Florida Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Florida 0% 0%

      Goods & Services

      Item Deltona National avg. Difference
      Haircut $16.22$24.2633.1%
      Beauty Salon $44.45$45.562.5%
      Toothpaste $3.68$3.700.5%
      Shampoo $1.44$1.2812.8%
      Movie $10.85$12.1310.6%
      Bowling $15.24$18.0015.3%

      Groceries

      Item Deltona National avg. Difference
      Ground Beef $7.04$5.8420.5%
      Fried Chicken $1.41$1.5710.5%
      Milk $4.59$4.671.8%
      Potatoes $5.08$4.932.9%
      Pizza $11.04$12.098.7%
      Beer $10.70$10.412.7%

      Health Care

      Item Deltona National avg. Difference
      Optometrist $89.44$125.6828.8%
      Doctor $88.17$135.7835.1%
      Dentist $132.25$113.2916.7%
      Ibuprofen $10.63$10.650.2%
      Lipitor $500.02$468.606.7%

      Housing

      Item Deltona National avg. Difference
      Home Price $170,000.00$184,700.008.0%
      Avg. Mortgage Payment $2,061.37$2,346.6912.2%
      Apartment Rent $1,189.00$949.0025.3%

      Transportation

      Item Deltona National avg. Difference
      Gasoline $3.52$3.461.7%
      Tire Balancing $61.64$59.922.9%

      Utilities

      Item Deltona National avg. Difference
      All Electricity $190.45$193.991.8%
      Phone $194.79$192.251.3%
      Although the cost of living data is updated regularly, this cost of living information is to be used as estimates only as prices can change on an ongoing basis.

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      Deltona, FL91,847990.9%

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      Date & Last Updated: This data reflects 2023 and was released from C2ER in January, 2024; this is the most current data available.