Winter Garden, FL Utility & Living Guide

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Winter Garden, FL Utility & Living Guide

Winter Garden offers a charming small-town atmosphere with easy access to Orlando's amenities.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$255/mo
1BR Rent$1500/mo
Sales Tax6.5%
COL Index105 (+5% above national average)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$420,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$120/mo

Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC)
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$45/mo

City of Winter Garden Utilities
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

City of Winter Garden Solid Waste Services
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead $255/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1500/mo
2 Bedrooms$1800/mo
3 Bedrooms$2300/mo
Median Home Price$420,000
Property Tax Rate1.1%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000

Winter Garden’s housing market is competitive with steady price appreciation. Historic downtown homes are particularly sought after.

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 Tax6.5%
Property Tax Rate1.1%
<p>State 6% + County 0.5% + City 0%</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
+12% (growing)
Political Climate
Purple (competitive elections)
Business Momentum
Moderate with healthcare and tourism support
Top Local Concerns
Traffic congestion, housing affordability, infrastructure
🚌 Transit for Families

Limited public transit, downtown is walkable with good sidewalks

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
  • 🎯
    Winter Garden Farmers Market
  • 🎯
    West Orange Trail
  • 🎯
    Splash Pad at Newton Park

Best Neighborhoods for Families

Historic Downtown offers walkability while newer subdivisions like Stoneybrook West provide family amenities. Oakland Park has larger lots.

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Local Briefing & Neighborhood Pulse

Live Local News

STR regulations require registration, some HOAs restrict rentals

Winter Garden is seeing growth in remote workers. Downtown development continues with mixed-use projects.

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📊 Winter Garden — Census & Demographic Data

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

💰 Median Household Income
$90,157
👤 Median Age
38.7
🏠 Homeownership Rate
70.1%
🔑 Renter Rate
29.9%
📉 Poverty Rate
10.3%
💼 Unemployment Rate
6.9%
📡 Internet Access
91.8%
🎓 College Educated
36.6%

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

Summer AC usage can double electric bills. Winter heating costs are minimal.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Orange County millage rate 4.4347 + Winter Garden 4.7500. No local surtax.

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

7/10: Good downtown sidewalks but limited elevators at stations

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