RANK #905 / 996 · POP 558,520 · FL
PROJECTED GROWTH: -1.8%
Volusia County, Florida, is perhaps best known for Daytona Beach, a city synonymous with motorsports and its expansive Atlantic coastline. Situated on Florida's east coast, just north of Orlando, the county offers a blend of beachside and inland experiences. Commuting within the county and to nearby cities like Orlando is facilitated by major interstates I-4 and I-95, as well as the SunRail commuter train and the Votran public transit system. The community offers a mild climate with abundant sunshine, making its 47 miles of beaches, numerous parks, and extensive trail systems popular for year-round outdoor activities like biking, hiking, kayaking, and manatee watching at Blue Spring State Park.
Life in the county offers a range of community feels, from the college-town atmosphere of DeLand, home to Stetson University, to the more suburban Deltona. The Volusia County Schools district serves over 61,000 students across more than 70 schools and is recognized for its quality education. The local economy is diverse, attracting families, professionals, and retirees. Key sectors driving economic activity include aerospace, manufacturing, healthcare, and education, with ongoing investments in commercial and residential development, infrastructure, and energy.
Above national median (4.7x)
Above national median
Prices declining
Housing is fairly valued at 6.1x relative to local economic output. Climate and geography support a structural premium. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Avalon Park at Daytona Beach (Master-Planned Community)
Avalon Park Group Management Inc.
|
$500M | Under Construction |
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Avalon Park Group Solar Farm
Avalon Park Group Management Inc.
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$323M | Planned |
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Amazon Robotics Fulfillment Center (DAB2)
Amazon
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$200M | Operating |
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Wire 3 Fiber Internet Expansion (Deltona and DeLand)
Wire 3
|
$60M | Under Construction |
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AURA AERO Manufacturing and Assembly Plant
AURA AERO Inc.
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$50M | Planned |
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Wire 3 Fiber Internet Initial Expansion (Six Communities)
Wire 3
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$50M | Completed |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Volusia County has a Boom Town Index score of 9/100, ranking #905 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +1.6% and a median household income of $63,075, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Volusia County is $251,400 with median rent at $1,271/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.2509, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +1.8% year-over-year. Job growth: +1.6%. Home values changed -4.3% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 3.66% of Volusia County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.