Lantana, FL Utility & Living Guide

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Lantana, FL Utility & Living Guide

Living in Lantana offers a charming coastal lifestyle with small-town appeal and easy access to South Florida amenities.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$305/mo
1BR Rent$1200/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

$120/mo

Florida Power & Light
🔥 Gas

$50/mo

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$45/mo

Lantana Utilities Department
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Waste Management
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead $305/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1200/mo
2 Bedrooms$1600/mo
3 Bedrooms$2100/mo
Median Home Price$320,000
Property Tax Rate1.2%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000

Lantana’s housing market is competitive, with rising demand for waterfront properties. Prices have increased steadily due to limited inventory and proximity to Palm Beach.

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 Rate1.2%
<p>State 6% + County 1% + City 0.5%</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
+3% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple (mixed Democratic/Republican)
Business Momentum
Moderate with key industries in marine services, tourism, and healthcare
Top Local Concerns
Flooding risks, rising housing costs, traffic congestion
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit; Palm Tran buses accommodate strollers but service is infrequent. Most families rely on cars.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Lantana Beach
  • 🎯
    Bicentennial Park
  • 🎯
    Ocean Ridge Hammock Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Waterfront communities along Intracoastal Waterway offer premium family living. Central Lantana has more affordable single-family homes with good school access.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

Live Local News

Short-term rental restrictions apply in some residential zones. Flood zone compliance required for coastal properties.

Lantana is seeing increased investment in waterfront redevelopment. Rising tourism is boosting local service sector growth.

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📊 Lantana — Census & Demographic Data

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

💰 Median Household Income
$57,683
👤 Median Age
43.1
🏠 Homeownership Rate
56.7%
🔑 Renter Rate
43.3%
📉 Poverty Rate
11.6%
💼 Unemployment Rate
9.9%
📡 Internet Access
79.4%
🎓 College Educated
18.9%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC use spikes electric bills by 30-40%. Winter costs are lower with minimal heating needs in Lantana's mild climate.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

ZIP 33462: Millage rate 18.2 mills. No local surtaxes beyond county/city rates.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

7/10: Good sidewalk coverage downtown but limited in older neighborhoods. Beach access points have ramps. Few elevators in transit hubs.

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