Cape Canaveral, FL Utility & Living Guide

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Cape Canaveral, FL Utility & Living Guide

Cape Canaveral is a city in Brevard County, Florida. It is part of the Palm Bay–Melbourne–Titusville Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Last updated: July 8, 2026
Total Utilities$255/mo
1BR Rent$942/mo
Sales Tax7.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$322,500
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Living in Cape Canaveral, summers are hot, with Jul highs around 86.8°F, while winters stay mild, with Jan lows rarely below 58.0°F. At just 31 heating degree days per year, home heating costs are minimal. The area receives 49.7 inches of rainfall per year. Within 5 miles: 1 park and 1 grocery. For hospital care, the nearest facility is in a neighboring city. Median household income: $68,495. With a 8.5% poverty rate and 61.4% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Cocoa Beach (10mi SW), Merritt Island (12mi SW), Cocoa (14mi SW). Air quality is Good — avg AQI 45 over the past week.
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Living in Cape Canaveral, summers are hot, with Jul highs around 86.8°F, while winters stay mild, with Jan lows rarely below 58.0°F. At just 31 heating degree days per year, home heating costs are minimal. The area receives 49.7 inches of rainfall per year. Within 5 miles: 1 park and 1 grocery. For hospital care, the nearest facility is in a neighboring city. Median household income: $68,495. With a 8.5% poverty rate and 61.4% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Cocoa Beach (10mi SW), Merritt Island (12mi SW), Cocoa (14mi SW). Air quality is Good — avg AQI 45 over the past week.
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Florida Power & Light (FPL)
🔥 Gas

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N/A
💧 Water

$45/mo

City of Cape Canaveral Utilities
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Waste Management
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$255/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$942/mo
2 Bedrooms$1047/mo
3 Bedrooms$1308/mo
Median Home Price$322,500
Property Tax Rate1.1%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000

Housing demand is driven by proximity to the Kennedy Space Center and beaches. Prices have risen due to limited inventory and coastal appeal.

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 Tax7.5%
Property Tax Rate1.1%
<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
+8% growing
Political Climate
Purple
Business Momentum
High with aerospace, tourism, and marine industries
Top Local Concerns
coastal erosion, traffic congestion, housing affordability
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit; most families rely on cars, but sidewalks are common in residential areas.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
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    Jetty Park Beach
  • 🎯
    Manatee Sanctuary Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

South Cove and The Cape offer family-friendly communities with parks and schools. Oceanfront areas are pricier but highly desirable.

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Short-term rental restrictions apply in some zones. Coastal construction must meet hurricane-resistant standards.

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📊 Cape Canaveral — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$68,495
👤 Median Age
58.6
🏠 Homeownership Rate
61.4%
🔑 Renter Rate
38.6%
📉 Poverty Rate
8.5%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.9%
📡 Internet Access
84.7%
🎓 College Educated
31.7%
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Data sourced from BLS, HUD, Numbeo, SmartAsset, and local government sources. US Census Bureau ACS 2022, Wikipedia

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