Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)
CAI 119 —
19% above the national average.
how it's computed
Housing81% above
Goods & services2% below
Utilities15% above
Taxes63% below
Insurance49% above
Commute cost11% 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.
Doing business here
Economic development contacts, most local first:
city
Lake Mary Economic Development
Economic development is an important priority for the City of Lake Mary; the city focuses on business attraction, retention, and expansion to create jobs, diversify the tax base, and help businesses grow, relocate or expand in Lake Mary.
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