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Delray Beach, FL
Delray Beach · FL 33483
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$867K
Median Price
72/100
Walk Score
7.6/10
Schools
69 min
to Miami, FL
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
28/100
BSafety
78/100
BSchools
76/100
CQuietness
60/100
FCommute
35/100
B-Walkability
72/100
WYLT Score58/100
Our Take
Delray Beach offers a solid, upscale coastal lifestyle with good income levels and plenty of amenities, but it comes with high costs and flood concerns. If you’re comfortable with a higher price tag and don’t need robust public transit, it can be a great fit.
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The Good
- ✓Close to beautiful Atlantic Ocean beaches
- ✓Strong median household income and affluent community
- ✓Pleasant climate and scenic waterfront views
- ✓Good local dining, nightlife, and cultural events
Real Talk
- !High flood risk (AE zone) requires mandatory flood insurance
- !Property values and rents are higher than many nearby areas
- !Limited public transit and low walkability scores
- !Median age is 58, which may mean fewer family-oriented services
- $Mandatory flood insurance and higher property taxes
- $Maintenance costs for coastal homes (e.g., salt damage)
- $Utilities can be more expensive due to climate and coastal location
Best For
Retirees looking for a warm beach communityProfessionals who can afford higher property costsRemote workers seeking a pleasant coastal environmentLuxury home buyers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Delray Beach, FL
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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