Cost of Living in Delray Beach, FL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
146.8
100 = national avg
+46.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$64,609
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$152,711
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing200.9
Food110.7
Transportation121.4
Healthcare108.5
Utilities126.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,901
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,254
per month
The overall cost of living index in Delray Beach is 146.8, which is 46.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 200.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $64,609 per year to cover basic expenses.