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Florida Ridge, FL Utility & Living Guide
Florida Ridge is a census-designated place (CDP) in Indian River County, Florida, United States. As of the 2020 census, Florida Ridge had a population of 21,302..
Monthly Utility Costs
$120/mo
$50/mo
$45/mo
$25/mo
$65/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1025/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1139/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1423/mo |
| Median Home Price | $212,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.2% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1000 |
The housing market in Florida Ridge is competitive, with prices rising due to demand from retirees and remote workers. New developments are popping up, but inventory remains tight.
Cost of Living
105
+5% above national average
102
98
100
$1000
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 7.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.2% |
| <p>State 6% + County 1% + City 0.5%</p> | |
Florida has no state income tax.
Family & Relocation
50
6.5/10
$1000/mo
City Pulse
Public transit is limited, but sidewalks are generally well-maintained for stroller use.
- Florida Ridge Community Park
- Sunshine Splash Water Park
- Ridgeview Library
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Residents must adhere to strict hurricane preparedness guidelines and water conservation measures during dry seasons.
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- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
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📊 Florida Ridge — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs peak in summer due to high air conditioning usage. Winter months see lower bills as heating demand is minimal.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates vary by district, with an average of 1.2%. No local surtaxes specific to Florida Ridge county.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
7/10: Sidewalks are well-maintained, parks are accessible, but public transit lacks stroller-friendly features.
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