Ormond Beach, FL Utility & Living Guide

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Ormond Beach, FL Utility & Living Guide

Ormond Beach offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle with beautiful beaches and a charming historic district.

Last updated: June 5, 2026
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 Ormond Beach Utilities
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

City of Ormond Beach
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead $255/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1400/mo
2 Bedrooms$1800/mo
3 Bedrooms$2400/mo
Median Home Price$380,000
Property Tax Rate1.1%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000

Housing demand remains strong due to Ormond Beach’s appeal as a retirement and family destination. Prices have risen steadily, but options range from historic homes to modern developments.

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
+12% growing (2010-2020)
Political Climate
Purple (Volusia County)
Business Momentum
Moderate with healthcare, aerospace, and tourism industries
Top Local Concerns
flooding, traffic congestion, preserving green spaces
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit; most families rely on cars, but beachside areas are walkable.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Ormond Beach Memorial Art Museum
  • 🎯
    Andy Romano Beachfront Park
  • 🎯
    Ormond Beach Historical Society

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The Trails offers large lots and top-rated schools. Granada Boulevard area provides walkability to shops and restaurants.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

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Short-term rental restrictions apply in some neighborhoods. Coastal construction has additional zoning requirements.

Home values in Ormond Beach have outpaced national averages, driven by migration from higher-cost states. The local economy is diversifying beyond tourism into healthcare and tech.

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📊 Ormond Beach — Census & Demographic Data

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

💰 Median Household Income
$60,229
👤 Median Age
51.5
🏠 Homeownership Rate
75.0%
🔑 Renter Rate
25.0%
📉 Poverty Rate
9.1%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.7%
📡 Internet Access
85.7%
🎓 College Educated
29.9%