Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)
CAI 89 —
11% below the national average.
how it's computed
Housing25% below
Goods & services2% below
Utilities6% above
Taxes63% below
Insurance49% above
Commute cost16% above
No natural gas service in this area — most homes heat with electricity or propane.
For business: Florida is
CBII band 2/5
· time to build band 1/5.
See state page for the breakdown.
Living here
Nearest 4-year college21 mi
Nearest community college24 mi
Nearest technical college13 mi
High school graduates69.4%
College graduates12.1%
Doing business here
Economic development contacts, most local first:
county
Indian River Ch of Commerce
The Indian River County Chamber of Commerce represents the local business community programming, advocacy and education, and provides resources to locate and grow a business. It is also home to the county’s Economic Development Organization (EDO), which helps businesses relocate, expand and thrive in our region.
state
Enterprise Florida
Florida-based economic development organization page offering business development, export resources, and international trade information, with contact details for a regional business development team.
state
Florida Economic Development Council
Florida Economic Development Council is a Florida-based economic development organization with a board of directors and staff, offering membership, advocacy, events, and professional development for Florida's economic development professionals.
State sales taxYes
State income taxNone
Right-to-work stateYes