Dania Beach, FL Utility & Living Guide

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Dania Beach, FL Utility & Living Guide

Living in Dania Beach offers a laid-back coastal lifestyle with easy access to beaches, boating, and Fort Lauderdale's amenities.

Last updated: June 5, 2026
Total Utilities$255/mo
1BR Rent$1800/mo
Sales Tax7%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$450,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Florida Power & Light (FPL)
🔥 Gas

N/A
💧 Water

$45/mo

City of Dania Beach Utilities
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

City of Dania Beach
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead $255/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1800/mo
2 Bedrooms$2200/mo
3 Bedrooms$2800/mo
Median Home Price$450,000
Property Tax Rate1.1%
Avg Childcare/mo$1200

Dania Beach has seen rising home prices due to its waterfront proximity and development. Rental costs are higher than nearby inland cities but competitive for Broward County.

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

$1200

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7%
Property Tax Rate1.1%
<p>State 6% + County 1%</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

$1200/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+8% growing
Political Climate
Purple
Business Momentum
Moderate with marine, aviation, and hospitality industries
Top Local Concerns
flooding, traffic congestion, rising housing costs
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit; most families rely on cars but some walkable areas near downtown.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Dania Beach Pier
  • 🎯
    Frost Science Museum
  • 🎯
    Anne Kolb Nature Center

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Waterfront communities like Harbour Beach offer family-friendly amenities. Eastern neighborhoods near the Intracoastal have top-rated schools.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

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Short-term rental restrictions apply; seawall permits required for waterfront properties.

Dania Beach is experiencing growth in marine industries and tech-adjacent businesses. Housing demand remains strong despite insurance cost increases.

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📊 Dania Beach — Census & Demographic Data

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

💰 Median Household Income
$44,477
👤 Median Age
40.8
🏠 Homeownership Rate
48.8%
🔑 Renter Rate
51.2%
📉 Poverty Rate
16.8%
💼 Unemployment Rate
8.4%
📡 Internet Access
83.1%
🎓 College Educated
27.2%