Brandon, FL Utility & Living Guide
Living in Brandon offers a suburban feel with easy access to Tampa's amenities.
Total Utilities$255/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
—
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 |
Housing demand is high due to proximity to Tampa. Prices have risen steadily over the past decade.
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
+12% growing
Political Climate
Purple
Business Momentum
Moderate with healthcare and retail leading growth
Top Local Concerns
traffic congestion, school overcrowding, rising housing costs
🚌 Transit for Families
Limited public transit; most families rely on cars.
🎡 Top Kid Attractions
- Brandon Skate Park
- Brandon Family YMCA
- Limona Village Park
Best Neighborhoods for Families
Bloomington Heights and Kingsway Ranch are popular for families. Both offer parks and good schools.
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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse
Local Regulation Notice
No zoning restrictions in some areas; check county codes for specifics.
Relocation Overview
Home prices are stabilizing after rapid growth. Remote work is increasing demand for suburban homes.Live Local News
Financial Tools
Calculators
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📊 Brandon — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
💰 Median Household Income
$64,401
👤 Median Age
37.3
🏠 Homeownership Rate
53.8%
🔑 Renter Rate
46.2%
📉 Poverty Rate
11.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
5.0%
📡 Internet Access
92.5%
🎓 College Educated
31.2%