Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)
CAI 108 —
8% above the national average.
how it's computed
Housing47% above
Goods & services2% below
Utilities1% above
Taxes63% below
Insurance49% above
Commute cost33% 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 college15 mi
Nearest community college11 mi
Nearest technical college3 mi
High school graduates90.4%
College graduates39.1%
Doing business here
Economic development contacts, most local first:
city
Vero Beach Economic Development
The Historic Downtown Vero Beach Economic Development Zone Advisory Committee shall study, prepare, and recommend to the City Council an economic development plan for the Historic Downtown Vero Beach Economic Development Zone pursuant and subject to the requirements and provisions of the Economic Development Zone Ordinance. The Committee shall study and make recommendations to the City Council from time to time on administration of and amendments to the economic development plan adopted by the City Council, changes in the boundaries of the Zone, and specific infrastructure, capital projects, and expenditures to be funded from the Historic Downtown Vero Beach Economic Development Trust Fund.
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