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Midway (Santa Rosa County), FL Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$120/mo
—
$45/mo
$25/mo
$65/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1447/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1608/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2010/mo |
| Median Home Price | $327,400 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.2% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1000 |
The housing market in Midway is competitive, with a mix of single-family homes and newer developments. Prices have been rising steadily due to demand from families and retirees.
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% + Local 0.5%</p> | |
Florida has no state income tax.
Family & Relocation
50
6.5/10
$1000/mo
City Pulse
Limited public transit options; most families rely on personal vehicles. Sidewalks are available in newer neighborhoods.
- Navarre Beach Marine Park
- Santa Rosa County Fairgrounds
- Blackwater River State Park
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Household Budget Calculator
Estimate your real monthly cost of living in Midway (Santa Rosa County) based on your household profile.
📰 Live Local News
Residents must adhere to county zoning laws and hurricane preparedness guidelines.
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
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📊 Midway (Santa Rosa County) — 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 Midway.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 6/10: Sidewalks are present in newer areas, but older neighborhoods may lack them. Park access is good, but public transit is limited.
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