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Palm Harbor, FL Utility & Living Guide
Palm Harbor is a census-designated place (CDP) and unincorporated community in Pinellas County, Florida, United States. As of the 2020 census, the CDP had a population of 61,366..
Monthly Utility Costs
$125/mo
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$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1410/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1567/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1958/mo |
| Median Home Price | $319,300 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $950 |
Palm Harbor’s housing market is competitive with steady appreciation. Waterfront properties command premium prices while inland homes offer better affordability.
Cost of Living
108
+8% above national average
105
95
103
$950
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 7% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| <p>State 6% + County 1%</p> | |
Florida has no state income tax
Family & Relocation
65
8/10
$950/mo
City Pulse
Limited public transit; PSTA buses have wheelchair lifts but few dedicated stroller spaces
- Wall Springs Park
- Palm Harbor Museum
- John Chesnut Sr. Park
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Short-term rental restrictions in some neighborhoods, strict coastal construction codes
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📊 Palm Harbor — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Summer AC usage can double electric bills from June-September. Winter heating costs are minimal with average January lows around 50°F.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Palm Harbor ZIPs 34683/34685 have county millage rate of 5.27 plus school district taxes. No municipal surtax.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
7/10: Good sidewalk coverage in newer developments, excellent park access, but limited transit accessibility for strollers
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