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Moving to Ormond Beach, FL: A Practical Guide From a Local Moving-Supply Company

Short answer: Ormond Beach is a quiet, older-skewing city just north of Daytona Beach, with homes that cost more than the Daytona average. Zillow put the typical home value at $364,568 and average rent at $2,050 as of August 31, 2026. Plan for hurricane season, flood insurance, and Florida's 30-day license and 10-day vehicle registration rules.

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Ormond Beach sits directly north of Daytona Beach, on both sides of the Halifax River and along the Atlantic. The Census Bureau's 2024 estimates put the population near 44,000, with a median age of 53.6.

We rent moving totes from Ormond Beach, so we see a lot of new arrivals. This guide covers what we wish every newcomer knew: real cost figures, storm risk, paperwork deadlines, schools and neighborhoods.

Researched and checked October 28, 2026. Prices and rules change, so confirm with the source before you rely on them.

Is Ormond Beach a good place to live in Florida?

It depends on what you want. Ormond Beach suits people who like a calmer pace, parks and water access. It fits less well if you want nightlife or the lowest prices in the county.

Here are the trade-offs we see most often, each tied to published data.

Sources: en.wikipedia.org/Ormond_Beach,_Florida, datausa.io/16000US1253150, datausa.io/daytona-beach-fl, zillow.com/ormond-beach-fl, zillow.com/daytona-beach-fl, observerlocalnews.com/high-tides-river-levels-caus

What is the average cost of living in Ormond Beach, Florida?

Housing is the biggest number, so start there. The table pulls the latest published figures from Zillow, the Census Bureau and a Citizens-based insurance estimate.

Florida has no state income tax, which offsets some of the housing cost for many movers. If you buy and live in the home by January 1, file for homestead exemption by March 1.

Volusia's homestead exemption starts at $25,000, with an additional exemption of up to $26,411 that doesn't apply to school taxes. You can file online with the Volusia County Property Appraiser.

Ormond Beach housing costs (latest published figures, as of Oct 2026)
MeasureFigureSource and date
Typical home value (ZHVI)$364,568 (down 1.4% in a year)Zillow, Aug 31, 2026
Median list price$399,298Zillow, Aug 31, 2026
Median sale price$393,000Zillow, Jul 31, 2026
Median days to pending52Zillow, Aug 31, 2026
Average rent$2,050 (up 4.5% in a year)Zillow, Aug 31, 2026
Median owner-occupied home value$354,800Census ACS 2024 5-year
Median household income$69,177Census ACS 2024 5-year
Estimated home insurance (typical home)About $2,310 a year, flood excludedMomentum Realty estimate from Citizens' 2026 Volusia average, Oct 24, 2026

Sources: zillow.com/ormond-beach-fl, censusreporter.org/16000US1253150-ormond-beach-, movewithmomentum.com/home-insurance-cost-ormond-b, nerdwallet.com/florida-taxes, vcpa.vcgov.org/homestead

Is Ormond Beach safe from hurricanes?

No Florida coastal city is safe from hurricanes, and Ormond Beach is no exception. Hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30 and peaks around September 10.

Ian in 2022 is the clearest recent test. The city's public works director said most flooding came from high tide and high river levels, not rain alone. Fewer than 20 homes had water inside, down from 60 to 70 in the 2009 storms.

Streets that flooded included Fleming Avenue, Wilmette Avenue and John Anderson Drive, plus Tomoka Oaks. West of I-95, Hunter's Ridge, Breakaway Trails and the newer Pineland subdivision also took water.

Before you sign, check two separate things. Your FEMA flood zone shows flood odds, and your Volusia evacuation zone (A through E) shows storm-surge risk. The county says they are not the same.

Sources: nhc.noaa.gov/climo, observerlocalnews.com/high-tides-river-levels-caus, volusia.org/flood-zone-and-risk-informat, volusia.org/evacuation-and-safety-inform

What do you need to do after moving to Florida?

The deadlines are shorter than many people expect. FLHSMV says new residents must title and register vehicles within 10 days of establishing residency. You have 30 days to get a Florida driver license.

Get Florida auto insurance first. Every four-wheel vehicle registered here needs at least $10,000 in personal injury protection and $10,000 in property damage liability.

There is no driver license office inside Ormond Beach. The closest full-service Tax Collector offices are at 1847 Holsonback Drive in Daytona Beach and 2400 S. Ridgewood Ave. in South Daytona.

Sources: flhsmv.gov/new-resident, flhsmv.gov/insurance, flhsmv.gov/rs-30, flhsmv.gov/volusia, volusiaelections.gov/register-to-vote.stml

How do you set up water and electricity in Ormond Beach?

Inside city limits, the City of Ormond Beach handles water and wastewater, stormwater and solid waste billing. The city moved payments to a new online portal on July 25, 2025. Utility Billing answers at 386-676-3209, weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For electricity, start an FPL order online. FPL usually connects the same day for orders received by noon, Monday through Saturday. Later orders connect the next business day.

Have your driver license or Social Security number and your start date ready. Set both services to begin a day before you arrive.

Sources: observerlocalnews.com/ormond-beach-launches-new-ut, fpl.com/service-order

Which schools serve Ormond Beach?

Public schools are run by Volusia County Schools, based in DeLand. The district earned an A for 2024-25, its first in 16 years, and announced a back-to-back A in July 2026.

Seabreeze and Mainland, the high schools listed for the Ormond area, both sit in Daytona Beach. Both earned As in 2024-25, as did Tomoka, Beachside, Pine Trail and Ormond Beach elementaries. Ormond Beach Middle and Hinson Middle earned Bs.

Zoning depends on your exact street, so check before you sign a lease. Use the district's "What's My School?" tool on its Focus site. Enter the street name without Ave or Blvd for best results.

Sources: en.wikipedia.org/Volusia_County_Schools, observerlocalnews.com/volusia-county-schools-is-no, vcsedu.org/volusia-county-schools-earns, atlanticsharks.com/new-student-registration

What are the main neighborhoods in Ormond Beach?

Think of Ormond Beach in three bands. The beachside sits east of the river, the older mainland core runs from the river to I-95, and newer subdivisions spread west of I-95.

A single week of recorded sales in February 2025 shows the range. Breakaway Trails topped the list at $750,000, and a Hunter's Ridge home sold for $629,000. A Lakebridge townhome went for $189,000.

Plantation Bay sales that week ran from $365,000 for a townhome to $590,000. In nearby Ormond-by-the-Sea, homes sold from $260,000 to $589,000.

By ZIP code, Zillow-based estimates put typical values near $372,000 in 32174 and $348,000 in 32176. For local delivery notes by area, see our Ormond Beach service-area page.

Sources: observerlocalnews.com/breakaway-trails-home-is-orm, movewithmomentum.com/home-insurance-cost-ormond-b

When is the best time to move to Ormond Beach?

Late fall through spring gives you cooler days and the lowest storm odds. Most hurricane activity falls between mid-August and mid-October, so avoid locking an immovable date then.

Winter has its own traffic. The Roar Before the Rolex 24 runs January 22-24, 2027, and the Rolex 24 runs January 28-31. The Daytona 500 is February 21, and Bike Week runs March 5-14.

Book trucks, helpers and supplies early for those weeks. A weekday morning load is almost always easier.

Sources: nhc.noaa.gov/climo, imsa.com/daytona-international-speedw, daytonainternationalspeedway.com/daytona-international-speedw, daytonabeach.com/54626

Should you use moving totes or boxes for an Ormond Beach move?

Totes make sense when you're moving locally and can unpack within a week or two. We drop clean totes at your old place and collect the empties at your new one in Ormond Beach.

They make less sense for a long-distance move into Ormond Beach. We deliver and collect locally, so cardboard or a container service is the better choice for the long haul.

Many newcomers do both. They ship long-distance in boxes, store them briefly, then use totes for a later local move once they find a permanent home.

How tote rental works

  1. We deliver: Clean totes, lids, labels and a dolly at your door.
    1We deliverClean totes, lids, labels and a dolly at your door.
  2. You pack and move: Snap the lids on, stack, and load your truck or car.
    2You pack and moveSnap the lids on, stack, and load your truck or car.
  3. We pick up the empties: Stack the empty totes by the door and text us.
    3We pick up the emptiesStack the empty totes by the door and text us.

Questions people ask

How far is Ormond Beach from Daytona Beach?

They are next-door neighbors. Ormond Beach lies directly north of Daytona Beach, and both belong to the Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach metro area. Holly Hill also borders Daytona to the north.

Do I need flood insurance in Ormond Beach?

Lenders require it in high-risk FEMA zones, but Volusia County urges everyone to consider it. About a quarter of flood claims come from outside high-risk zones. New policies take 30 days to start, so buy before storm season.

How long do I have to get a Florida license after moving to Ormond Beach?

FLHSMV gives new residents 30 days to get a Florida driver license. Vehicle title and registration are due within 10 days of establishing residency. Get Florida insurance before you visit the Tax Collector office.

Is Ormond Beach good for retirees?

Many retirees choose it. The city's median age is 53.6, homeownership is about 79%, and it has dozens of parks. The trade-off is higher home prices than Daytona Beach.

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