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Plant City, FL Utility & Living Guide
Plant City is an incorporated city in Hillsborough County, Florida, United States, approximately midway between Brandon and Lakeland along Interstate 4. It is part of the Tampa Bay area.
Monthly Utility Costs
$120/mo
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$45/mo
$25/mo
$65/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1602/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1781/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2226/mo |
| Median Home Price | $284,600 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1000 |
Housing costs in Plant City are rising due to its proximity to Tampa. The market offers a mix of historic homes and new developments.
Cost of Living
105
+5% above national average
102
98
100
$1000
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 7.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.1% |
| <p>State 6% + County 1.5%</p> | |
Florida has no state income tax.
Family & Relocation
50
6.5/10
$1000/mo
City Pulse
Limited public transit; most families rely on cars, but sidewalks are improving in newer neighborhoods.
- Dinosaur World
- Keel & Curley Winery Farm
- Plant City Stadium & Community Center
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Key rules include water restrictions during dry seasons and noise ordinances after 10 PM.
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📊 Plant City — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
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