Land O Lakes, FL Utility & Living Guide

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Land O Lakes, FL Utility & Living Guide

Living in Land O Lakes offers a peaceful suburban lifestyle with easy access to Tampa's amenities.

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

Duke Energy
🔥 Gas

N/A
💧 Water

$45/mo

Pasco County Utilities
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Pasco County Solid Waste
📶 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 in Land O Lakes is moderately priced compared to nearby Tampa. New developments are expanding the suburban footprint.

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
Political Climate
Purple
Business Momentum
Moderate with industries in healthcare, retail, and construction.
Top Local Concerns
traffic congestion, school overcrowding, hurricane preparedness
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit; car-dependent but sidewalks are common in newer areas.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Lake Park
  • 🎯
    Land O Lakes Recreation Complex
  • 🎯
    Concourse Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The Wilderness Lake Preserve and Connerton are popular for families with good schools and amenities. Older neighborhoods near US-41 offer more affordable options.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

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Short-term rental restrictions apply in some neighborhoods. Water conservation measures may be enforced during dry seasons.

Home prices in Land O Lakes have risen steadily due to Tampa's growth. Remote work trends are increasing demand for suburban homes.

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📊 Land O Lakes — Census & Demographic Data

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

💰 Median Household Income
$43,396
👤 Median Age
35.9
🏠 Homeownership Rate
41.9%
🔑 Renter Rate
58.1%
📉 Poverty Rate
18.4%
💼 Unemployment Rate
5.1%
📡 Internet Access
76.8%
🎓 College Educated
22.3%