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Delray Beach Retirement Guide

by Andrew Selby | Updated: March 29, 2025

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Located just an hour up the coast from Miami you will find one of the best small town communities in the entire country. The state's official tourism website describes Delray Beach as a “small and intimate town with big-city sophistication.”

This is obvious to anyone who visits based solely on the number of art galleries, restaurants, and nightly entertainment events available throughout the popular downtown area. Delray Beach is the place where you can find big-city culture in a small-town environment…which is why so many people have decided to make their homes here.

The Perfect Location

The town itself is comprised of 15.9 square miles in Palm Beach County, just a bit north of Boca Raton and bordered on the west by the Everglades.

If being close to an airport is important to you, there are two to pick from near Delray Beach. The Palm Beach International Airport is just 15 miles north of town right off of I-95, and the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is located 30 miles south of Delray.

A Storied History

The Delray Beach area was originally settled in the 1800s and developed as a farm community. It officially became a town in 1911 and pineapple and tomato canning facilities were built shortly after that.

Like many Florida towns, it felt the boom of tourism and real estate speculation during the 1920s. During that time, many popular artists and writers decided to make their homes in Delray Beach. This laid the groundwork for the thriving artist community that exists here today.

The final component that made Delray Beach as popular as it is today was the completion of Interstate 95 in the 1970s. Suddenly, this thriving community of arts and culture was accessible to anyone who wanted to visit.

Things to Do in Delray Beach

The Delray Beach Open is an ATP tournament held each Spring

Because arts and culture are such an important part of the community, Delray Beach is known for hosting many different annual festivals. Some of the most popular events of past and present include Delray Affair, Garlic Fest, and the Delray Beach Wine & Seafood Festival. The town is also famous for the 100-foot Christmas tree it puts on display each year.

With this much art and culture packed into its 15 square miles, Delray Beach is the ultimate in sophisticated relaxation and the perfect place for any artist or aspiring artist to retire.

Delray's location also makes it easy to get to and partake in events and activities happening in other places throughout South Florida.

Cost of Living in Delray Beach

The cost of living in Delray Beach is roughly 5% higher than the national average and just barely higher than the Florida average cost of living. You can see how it measures up to the cost of living in other popular retirement cities here.

Delray Beach Weather

Here’s a look at the average low and high temperatures in Delray Beach throughout the year:

MonthAvg. LowAvg. High
January6175
February6477
March6680
April7083
May7486
June7789
July7890
August7890
September7889
October7586
November6981
December6477
Avg. temps in degrees Fahrenheit. Source: NOAA

Delray Beach Healthcare

Delray Medical Center is a 532-bed acute care community hospital with a Level 1 Trauma Center and also offers several specialized services including cardiac care, orthopedics, rehabilitation, neurosciences, emergency care, and more.

Where to Retire in Delray Beach

Located just north of Delray Beach, Valencia Del Mar Valencia Del Mar elevates the renowned Valencia 55+ living experience in Boynton Beach. This luxurious new community offers innovative floorplans, cutting-edge features, and enhanced lifestyle options.

At its center is an 8-acre recreational site featuring a grand social hall, luxury restaurant with indoor and patio seating, stylish sports lounge, and world-class spa with steam rooms, saunas, and private treatment suites. Every aspect is designed for the discerning active adult.

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