New Smyrna Beach, FL Utility & Living Guide

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New Smyrna Beach, FL Utility & Living Guide

Living in New Smyrna Beach offers a perfect blend of coastal charm, outdoor recreation, and a relaxed small-town vibe.

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

Florida Power & Light (FPL)
🔥 Gas

N/A
💧 Water

$45/mo

City of New Smyrna Beach Utilities
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

City of New Smyrna Beach 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 demand remains strong due to the area’s coastal appeal, though inventory is limited. Prices have risen steadily, making it competitive for buyers.

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
+8% growing
Political Climate
Purple
Business Momentum
Moderate with industries in tourism, healthcare, and marine services.
Top Local Concerns
Hurricane preparedness, rising housing costs, beach erosion
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit; car-dependent but walkable in downtown areas.

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Smyrna Dunes Park
  • 🎯
    Marine Discovery Center
  • 🎯
    New Smyrna Beach Skatepark

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Historic Canal Street area is family-friendly with parks and schools. Turnbull Bay offers quieter, spacious homes near nature.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

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Short-term rental regulations apply; beach driving permits required for certain areas.

Remote work trends have increased demand for coastal properties. Tourism and real estate continue to drive the local economy.

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📊 New Smyrna Beach — Census & Demographic Data

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

💰 Median Household Income
$66,159
👤 Median Age
58.9
🏠 Homeownership Rate
79.2%
🔑 Renter Rate
20.8%
📉 Poverty Rate
10.6%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.8%
📡 Internet Access
88.0%
🎓 College Educated
31.8%