Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)
CAI 91 —
9% below the national average.
how it's computed
Housing15% below
Goods & services2% below
Utilities6% above
Taxes63% below
Insurance49% above
Commute cost14% below
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 college3 mi
Nearest community college3 mi
Nearest technical college1 mi
High school graduates89.5%
College graduates20%
Doing business here
Economic development contacts, most local first:
county
Volusia County Department of Economic Development
The Volusia County Economic Development Division (VCED) supports businesses at every stage, from startups to established companies, providing resources and guidance to launch, grow, or relocate to Volusia County. It offers free guidance and access to programs such as the Volusia Innovation Hub, the Business Data Center, and Volusia Business Resources to help with permits, licensing, and site planning.
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