Deerfield Beach's headcount matters less to a buyer than where that population lives.
Key takeaway
Deerfield Beach had 86,859 residents at the 2020 Census, forming a mid-sized north Broward city where much of the housing is condos. For a buyer, that housing mix matters more than the raw headcount. Condos are where supply has built up and you have room to negotiate, while single-family homes offer a tight, competitive alternative.
Who this guide is for
You're weighing a move or a home purchase in Deerfield Beach and you want to know what the population numbers mean for the properties you'll be shopping.
Deerfield Beach population: 2020 Census and latest estimate
The Census Bureau's Vintage 2025 estimate puts Deerfield Beach at 89,339 residents as of July 1, 2025, roughly 19% more than the 2010 Census count of 75,018. Of the city's 743 active listings, 478 are condos. In the 90 days ending 2026-09-30, 14.3% of single-family homes sold above list, compared with 1.8% of condos.
A Deerfield Beach mailing address doesn't always mean the home is inside city limits. Confirm the jurisdiction on the Broward County Property Appraiser record, especially in West Deerfield Beach.
Population density and housing in Deerfield Beach
The city covers 14.95 square miles of land, a density of 5,811.5 people per square mile at the 2020 Census. Much of the housing sits in multi-unit buildings rather than detached subdivisions. That means association rules, monthly dues and building condition shape a purchase as much as price does.
Deerfield Beach homes by type
Condos offer bargaining room and the lowest cost per square foot, houses bring competition, and townhouses sit in between.
Condos
At 8.5 months of supply, condo sellers compete for buyers. They have recently accepted about 93.3% of list price, so an offer on a hypothetical $160,000 listing might land near $149,000. The median $175 per square foot is the lowest of any type.
Florida's post-Surfside rules require a structural integrity reserve study at least every 10 years for each building three habitable stories or higher, plus a milestone inspection. Both can raise dues or trigger special assessments in older buildings. Before you offer, ask the association for current dues, planned assessments and the latest inspection reports. The same slow market that helps you buy can slow your resale later.
Single-family homes
The median house sells for $524,791, more than three times the typical condo. With 3.5 months of supply, this is the tight side of the market. Budget to pay close to list and expect competing offers on anything well-priced.
Townhouses
At a median of $415,155, townhouses split the difference between condos and houses. Their 97.5% sale-to-list ratio is the highest of any type, despite more months of supply than single-family homes. That figure rests on just 39 sales, so it can swing more from quarter to quarter.
Most townhouses carry an association. Ask what the dues cover (roof, exterior, insurance) and whether the HOA restricts rentals. For an FHA loan, check the approval status on HUD's FHA condominium lookup. The discount you might expect at the middle price point doesn't show up at closing, so expect to pay close to list.
Population growth and home prices
The all-homes median sale price rose 14% year over year. Condos rose 4.8%, single-family homes 5.2% and townhouses 9.3%, so no single type came close to the city-wide figure. The jump likely reflects a shift in the mix of what sold, with more higher-priced homes in the pool. It does not mean every home gained that much value. Price a specific home by its type, and check recent sales of that type, since housing market trends shift from quarter to quarter.
How to use these numbers in your search
If you need a detached house with a yard, plan on paying close to asking. If cost per square foot is your main limit, compare the condo and townhouse sections and the at-a-glance list before you look at houses. If you might sell within a few years, the condo section explains why resale can take longer, and the townhouse section shows a middle path. If the headline price change is shaping your budget, read the population growth and home prices section first so you price by home type, not the city-wide median.
School assignment follows the exact address, so confirm it with the district's lookup rather than a listing description. For safety, compare official crime rates per 1,000 residents for the same years and offense categories on the FBI Crime Data Explorer. Cost of living here runs beyond the mortgage to association dues and insurance. Mario Rodriquez can pull current figures for a specific building or street to help you evaluate your options.
At a glance
- All homes (90 days ending 2026-09-30): median sale price $324,845, up 14% year over year. 350 homes sold, 89 median days on market, 95.1% sale-to-list, 6.7% sold above list, 743 active listings, 6.5 months of supply, $258 median price per sq ft.
- Single-family homes (90 days ending 2026-09-30): median sale price $524,791, up 5.2% year over year. 135 sold, 71 median days on market, 96.8% sale-to-list, 14.3% sold above list, 156 active listings, 3.5 months of supply, $315 median price per sq ft.
- Condos (90 days ending 2026-09-30): median sale price $151,984, up 4.8% year over year. 173 sold, 123 median days on market, 93.3% sale-to-list, 1.8% sold above list, 478 active listings, 8.5 months of supply, $175 median price per sq ft.
- Townhouses (90 days ending 2026-09-30): median sale price $415,155, up 9.3% year over year. 39 sold, 78 median days on market, 97.5% sale-to-list, 2.6% sold above list, 93 active listings, 7.3 months of supply, $268 median price per sq ft.
Deerfield Beach population FAQs
Is Deerfield Beach a suburb of Miami?
No. It's its own incorporated city in north Broward County, part of the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area, which the OMB defines as Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.
What airport do you fly into for Deerfield Beach, Florida?
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is about 20 to 23 miles away (roughly a 28 to 30-minute drive), and Palm Beach International Airport is about 30 miles away.
Is Deerfield Beach, Florida a wealthy area?
Prices range from condos at the low end to single-family homes at the top, with some of the most expensive areas in the waterfront pockets.
What county is Deerfield Beach, FL in?
Broward County, at its northern edge next to Palm Beach County. Broward had an estimated 2,037,472 residents as of July 1, 2024, and Deerfield Beach makes up roughly 4% of that total.
Is Deerfield Beach a safe place to live?
The Broward Sheriff's Office polices the city under a contract committing services until September 2027, while the city, after a January 2026 vote, transitions to its own police department.
Does Deerfield Beach flood?
Flood risk varies by address, so check FEMA's Flood Map Service Center and the Flood Disclosure form Florida sellers must provide, which states whether they know of flood damage during their ownership or filed flood insurance claims.
What ZIP codes are in Deerfield Beach, FL?
ZIP codes and city limits don't line up exactly here, so check a specific address with the USPS address lookup tool.