Sunset, FL Utility & Living Guide

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Sunset, FL Utility & Living Guide

Sunset offers a quiet suburban lifestyle with easy access to Miami's amenities.

Last updated: June 25, 2026
Total Utilities$280/mo
1BR Rent$1250/mo
Sales Tax7%
COL Index107 (+7% above national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$325,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Florida Power & Light (FPL)
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$50/mo

Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department
🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Waste Management
📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead $280/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1250/mo
2 Bedrooms$1650/mo
3 Bedrooms$2150/mo
Median Home Price$325,000
Property Tax Rate1.1%
Avg Childcare/mo$950

Sunset’s housing market is competitive with steady price increases. Many homes are mid-century with modern updates.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

107

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

+7% above national average

Groceries

105

Transportation

95

Healthcare

98

Childcare/mo

$950

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax7%
Property Tax Rate1.1%
<p>State 6% + County 1% + City 0%</p>

Florida has no state income tax

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
7/10
Safety Index

55

Higher = safer
School Rating

6.8/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$950/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+3.2% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple (mixed Democratic/Republican)
Business Momentum
Moderate with healthcare and retail as key industries
Top Local Concerns
Traffic congestion, rising home prices, hurricane preparedness
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit; mostly car-dependent but sidewalks are well-maintained in residential areas

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Sunset Community Park
  • 🎯
    Miami Children's Museum
  • 🎯
    Zoo Miami

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Sunset Gardens and Palm Estates are popular for families with good schools. Waterfront properties in Sunset Cove command premium prices.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

Live Local News

No overnight street parking, mandatory hurricane shutters in some zones

Sunset is seeing increased remote work migration. Local businesses are adapting with more co-working spaces.

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📊 Sunset — Census & Demographic Data

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

💰 Median Household Income
$101,118
👤 Median Age
45.4
🏠 Homeownership Rate
76.3%
🔑 Renter Rate
23.7%
📉 Poverty Rate
11.1%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.3%
📡 Internet Access
95.3%
🎓 College Educated
37.6%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC usage doubles electric bills. Winter sees minimal heating costs due to mild Florida winters.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

33183 ZIP: Millage rate 17.241, no local surtaxes beyond county rates

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

7/10: Good sidewalks but limited elevators in public spaces. Most parks have stroller-friendly paths.

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