Conway, FL Utility & Living Guide

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Conway, FL Utility & Living Guide

Conway offers a quiet suburban lifestyle with easy access to Orlando's amenities.

Last updated: June 25, 2026
Total Utilities$270/mo
1BR Rent$1300/mo
Sales Tax6.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$325,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$125/mo

Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC)
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$50/mo

Orange County Utilities
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Orange County Solid Waste Division
📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead $270/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1300/mo
2 Bedrooms$1650/mo
3 Bedrooms$2200/mo
Median Home Price$325,000
Property Tax Rate1.1%
Avg Childcare/mo$950

Conway’s housing market is competitive with steady price growth. Many homes are mid-century with larger lots, attracting families and retirees.

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 Tax6.5%
Property Tax Rate1.1%
<p>State 6% + County 0.5% + City 0%</p>

Florida has no state income tax

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
7/10
Safety Index

55

Higher = safer
School Rating

7/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$950/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+3.2% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple (mixed Democratic/Republican)
Business Momentum
Moderate with healthcare and tourism support industries
Top Local Concerns
Traffic congestion, rising home prices, school funding
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit; Lynx buses have wheelchair lifts but no dedicated stroller spaces

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Conway Community Center
  • 🎯
    Barber Park
  • 🎯
    Orlando Science Center

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Conway Gardens offers walkability to schools. Lake Conway estates provide waterfront living with top-rated schools nearby.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

Live Local News

No overnight street parking, mandatory trash cans stored out of sight

Conway is seeing increased remote worker migration from Orlando. Property values rose 8% year-over-year as of 2023.

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📊 Conway — Census & Demographic Data

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

💰 Median Household Income
$85,061
👤 Median Age
42.7
🏠 Homeownership Rate
82.5%
🔑 Renter Rate
17.5%
📉 Poverty Rate
6.4%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.6%
📡 Internet Access
91.3%
🎓 College Educated
35.8%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC costs peak at $150/month. Winter heating is minimal with average bills around $90/month.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

32812 ZIP: Orange County millage rate 4.4347, no local surtax

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6/10: Good sidewalks in newer areas but limited curb cuts and few protected bike lanes

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