Bithlo, FL Utility & Living Guide

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Bithlo, FL Utility & Living Guide

Bithlo offers a quiet, small-town atmosphere with easy access to Orlando's amenities.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$280/mo
1BR Rent$1250/mo
Sales Tax7.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$320,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Duke Energy Florida
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$50/mo

Orange County Utilities
🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Orange County Solid Waste
📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead $280/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1250/mo
2 Bedrooms$1550/mo
3 Bedrooms$2000/mo
Median Home Price$320,000
Property Tax Rate1.2%
Avg Childcare/mo$950

Bithlo’s housing market is relatively affordable compared to nearby Orlando. Demand has been increasing due to its proximity to major employment centers.

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

$950

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7.5%
Property Tax Rate1.2%
<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

$950/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+3% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple (mixed Republican/Democratic)
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in retail and services
Top Local Concerns
Traffic congestion, school quality, infrastructure
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit; car-dependent but sidewalks are improving in newer developments.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Bithlo Community Park
  • 🎯
    Orlando Science Center
  • 🎯
    Central Florida Zoo

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Areas near Bithlo Community Park are popular for families. Newer subdivisions offer modern amenities.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

Live Local News

Standard Orange County regulations apply; no unique local ordinances.

Bithlo is seeing growth in residential development. Infrastructure improvements are planned to accommodate the increasing population.

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📊 Bithlo — Census & Demographic Data

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

💰 Median Household Income
$88,623
👤 Median Age
34.8
🏠 Homeownership Rate
70.6%
🔑 Renter Rate
29.4%
📉 Poverty Rate
19.5%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.8%
📡 Internet Access
89.6%
🎓 College Educated
36.5%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC usage spikes electric bills, while winter heating costs are minimal due to mild temperatures.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates, any local surtaxes specific to Bithlo county

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6/10: Sidewalks are improving but still limited in older areas. Parks are accessible but transit options are minimal.

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