DeLand, FL vs Villas, FL

DeLand is moderately more affordable than Villas, with a 8% lower cost of living index. DeLand scores 95 compared to 103 for Villas, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Villas can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in DeLand is $1,159/month compared to $1,577/month in Villas — a 27% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while DeLand has cheaper rent, Villas actually has lower median home values ($232,800 vs $303,500).

Median household income in DeLand is $73,352 compared to $55,641 in Villas (+31.8%). DeLand offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of DeLand spend roughly 19% of their income on rent, less than the 34% in Villas. The DeLand ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.