Deerfield Beach
City in Broward County, Florida
Deerfield Beach is a city in Broward County, Florida, with 86,859 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 13 ft (4 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Lighthouse Point, 3.4 miles SE.
- 86,859residents (2020 Census)
- 13 ftelevation · 4 m
- 15.0 sq miland area · 38.8 km²
- 5,805 / sq mipopulation density
- 33442main ZIP code (4 in total)
About Deerfield Beach
Deerfield Beach is a city in Broward County, Florida, United States. Located 40 miles (64 km) north of Miami, it is a principal city in the Miami metropolitan area in South Florida, which was home to 6.14 million people in 2020. As of the 2020 census, its population was 86,859, making it the 10th-largest city in Broward County and the 13th-largest city in the Miami metropolitan area. The Hillsboro River and the city of Boca Raton border the city to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the east, Coconut Creek to the west, and Pompano Beach to the south.
The city's contemporary history dates back to the late 19th century, with the construction of the Florida East Coast Railway in 1896, built by Henry Flagler. The city's first post office was established in 1898. On June 11, 1925, the city was incorporated as the Town of Deerfield. The city grew very rapidly in the mid-20th century, particularly between 1950 and 1980, as new neighborhoods were built. The city has continued to grow since, and as of 2024, it has an estimated population of 90,507.
The city is known for its beaches and pier on Deerfield Beach Island, as well as its parks, particularly the botanical gardens of the Deerfield Beach Arboretum and Quiet Waters Park.
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Living in Deerfield Beach
- Median household income
- $59,730
- Median home value
- $309,600
- Median rent
- $1,774/mo
- Median age
- 43.9
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Deerfield Beach had 86,859 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 86,859 |
|---|---|
| Density | 5,805 per sq mi (2,241 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Deerfield Beach at a glance
| State | Florida (FL) |
|---|---|
| County | Broward County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 86,859 (2020) |
| Land area | 14.96 sq mi (38.8 km²) |
| Water area | 1.26 sq mi (3.25 km²) |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.3117° N, 80.1254° W |
| ZIP codes | 33442, 33064, 33441, 33486 |
| Official website | deerfield-beach.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1216725 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Deerfield Beach
- Lighthouse Point3.4 mi SE
- Hillsboro Beach3.7 mi SE
- Hillsboro Pines4.2 mi W
- Coconut Creek4.2 mi SW
- Boca Raton4.3 mi N
- Pompano Beach4.9 mi S
- Watergate5.7 mi W
- Margate6.9 mi SW
- Highland Beach7.8 mi NE
- Sea Ranch Lakes7.9 mi S
- Parkland8.3 mi W
- Lauderdale-by-the-Sea8.5 mi S
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Deerfield Beach
What county is Deerfield Beach in?
Deerfield Beach is in Broward County, Florida.
What is the population of Deerfield Beach, FL?
86,859 people lived in Deerfield Beach at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Deerfield Beach, FL?
The main ZIP code is 33442. Other ZIP codes: 33064, 33441, 33486.
What is the elevation of Deerfield Beach?
13 feet (4 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Deerfield Beach?
Lighthouse Point (3.4 mi), Hillsboro Beach (3.7 mi), Hillsboro Pines (4.2 mi), Coconut Creek (4.2 mi), Boca Raton (4.3 mi).
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