Cocoa Beach, FL Utility & Living Guide
Living in Cocoa Beach offers a laid-back coastal lifestyle with easy access to beautiful beaches and outdoor activities.
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
Florida Power & Light (FPL)
🔥 Gas
—
N/A
💧 Water
$45/mo
City of Cocoa Beach Utilities
🗑️ Garbage
$25/mo
City of Cocoa Beach Solid Waste
📶 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 in Cocoa Beach is a mix of beachfront properties and inland homes. Prices have risen due to demand for coastal living.
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
+3% growing
Political Climate
Purple
Business Momentum
Moderate with tourism, aerospace, and marine industries
Top Local Concerns
coastal erosion, traffic congestion, affordable housing
🚌 Transit for Families
Limited public transit; most families rely on cars.
🎡 Top Kid Attractions
- Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
- Lori Wilson Park
- Cocoa Beach Pier
Best Neighborhoods for Families
The area near Minutemen Causeway is popular for families. Canal-front homes offer quieter living.
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Short-term rental regulations apply; beach driving permits required for certain areas.
Home prices are stabilizing after a post-pandemic surge. Tourism remains a key economic driver.
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📊 Cocoa Beach — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
💰 Median Household Income
$73,901
👤 Median Age
57.9
🏠 Homeownership Rate
71.4%
🔑 Renter Rate
28.6%
📉 Poverty Rate
9.8%
💼 Unemployment Rate
7.3%
📡 Internet Access
88.2%
🎓 College Educated
43.4%