Riverview, FL Utility & Living Guide
Riverview offers a suburban feel with excellent schools and family-friendly amenities.
Total Utilities$295/mo
1BR Rent$1400/mo
Sales Tax7.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$380,000
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Monthly Utility Costs
⚡ Electric
$120/mo
Tampa Electric Company (TECO)
🔥 Gas
$40/mo
N/A
💧 Water
$45/mo
Hillsborough County Water Resources
🗑️ Garbage
$25/mo
Hillsborough County Solid Waste Management
📶 Internet
$65/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1400/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $380,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1000 |
Riverview has seen rapid growth in recent years with many new developments. Housing costs are slightly below Tampa metro averages.
Cost of Living
Overall COL Index
105
US national avg = 100
vs National Avg
+5% above national average
Groceries
102
Transportation
98
Healthcare
100
Childcare/mo
$1000
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 7.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| <p>State 6% + County 1.5%</p> | |
Florida has no state income tax
Family & Relocation
Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index
50
Higher = safer
School Rating
6.5/10
GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare
$1000/mo
City Pulse
Population Trend
+15% growing
Political Climate
Purple
Business Momentum
Moderate with healthcare and logistics industries
Top Local Concerns
traffic congestion, school overcrowding, infrastructure needs
🚌 Transit for Families
Limited public transit, car-dependent but with good sidewalks in newer areas
🎡 Top Kid Attractions
- Alafia River State Park
- Bell Creek Nature Preserve
- Riverview 14 GDX
Best Neighborhoods for Families
South Fork and Summerfield Crossing offer top-rated schools. Bloomingdale area has mature trees and established communities.
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Live Local News
No special local taxes. Homeowners associations common in newer developments.
Riverview's economy is benefiting from Tampa's tech boom. Remote work is increasing demand for suburban homes.
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📊 Riverview — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
💰 Median Household Income
$79,213
👤 Median Age
36.5
🏠 Homeownership Rate
71.9%
🔑 Renter Rate
28.1%
📉 Poverty Rate
7.5%
💼 Unemployment Rate
5.4%
📡 Internet Access
95.3%
🎓 College Educated
30.1%