Downtown Delray Beach attracted more than 9.3 million visitors and generated about $130 million in credit-card spending during fiscal year 2025, according to a new study.
The data, compiled by urban analytics firm Datafy, highlights the economic strength and visitor appeal of Delray Beach’s downtown district. The report offers a snapshot of visitor activity, spending patterns and overall economic impact.
Dining and nightlife accounted for nearly 50% of all spending, making it the district’s largest economic category. March was the strongest month for overall spending activity, while December, March and April were the most active months for visitors. Saturdays were the busiest days, followed by Fridays and Sundays.
Downtown Delray Beach remains a top destination
“These numbers reinforce what residents, business owners, and visitors already know: Downtown Delray Beach continues to be one of Florida’s most dynamic and desirable destinations,” Laura Simon, executive director of the Delray Beach Downtown Development Authority, said in the announcement.
“From our award-winning restaurants and vibrant nightlife to our cultural attractions, retail offerings, and year-round events, people continue to choose Downtown Delray Beach as a place to gather, celebrate, shop, dine and experience community.”
The data reflects activity throughout the Downtown Development Authority district, which includes the Atlantic Avenue corridor and surrounding neighborhoods such as SOFA, or South of Atlantic; The Set, or West Atlantic; Pineapple Grove; U.S. 1; and Beachside.
The report was prepared using data and analytics provided by Datafy, a Utah-based company that combines location intelligence, transaction data, demographic information and visitor movement patterns. All spending is based on available credit-card data.
This story was created by web producer Emmy Bailey (ebailey@usatodayco.com) with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more.
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