Samsula-Spruce Creek is an unincorporated community located in Volusia County, Florida, United States. It is situated about 15 miles southwest of Daytona Beach and is part of the Deltona–Daytona Beach–Ormond Beach metropolitan area.

The area is known for its natural beauty, with many parks, nature preserves, and waterways nearby, including the Spruce Creek Preserve and the Tomoka Wildlife Management Area. Samsula-Spruce Creek is also home to the Spruce Creek Fly-In, a private airport and residential community with its own golf course and country club.

The community is predominantly residential, with many large estates and ranches on spacious lots. It is a popular destination for horseback riding, hunting, and fishing. The nearby city of Port Orange offers shopping, dining, and entertainment options, and the Daytona International Speedway is just a short drive away.

Samsula-Spruce Creek has a rich history, dating back to the early 1800s when settlers arrived in the area to farm and raise cattle. The community was named after a prominent local family, the Samsulas, and the nearby Spruce Creek, which runs through the area. Today, Samsula-Spruce Creek retains its rural charm and small-town feel, making it a popular destination for those seeking a quieter, more relaxed way of life in Florida.

Population:

• Population (2023): 5,137
• Median age (2023): 59.7
• Residents under 18 (2023): 7%
• Residents over 65 (2023): 36.5%
• Population by sex (2023): Female (55.5%), Male (44.5%)
• Median household income (2023): $81,484
• Homeowners and renters (2022): Homeowners – 91%, Renters – 9%
• Married population (2023): 75%
• Population change (2010-2020): Appx. 5% increase
• Poverty rate compared to the US national average (2022): 6.8% vs the average of 11.5%

Demographics (2022):

• White Non Hispanic – 94%
• Other – 6%

*Median prices shown are based only on activity for the dates specified

Income:

• Avg. per capita income (2023): N/A
• Median Household Income (2023): N/A

Tax:

• County Property Tax Rate: 0.98% of a property’s assessed fair market value (2023)
• Combined State and County Sales Tax Rate: 7% (2023)

Cost of Living:

• Average cost of living compared to the US national average (2023): Higher
• Cost of housing compared to the Florida average (2023): Higher
• Cost of food compared to the US national average (2023): Appx. same
• Cost of healthcare compared to the US national average (2023): 6% Lower
• Cost of utilities compared to the US national average (2023): Appx. same
• Cost of transportation compared to the US national average (2023): Appx. same

Political affiliation based on the 2024 election results ( Volusia County ):

• Republican – 60.23%
• Democrat – 38.55%
• Other – 1.22%

Largest 3 employers: there is no readily available data for this

School ratings: the public schools in Samsula – Spruce Creek are rated 8/10 on GreatSchools.org

Coastal: No

Average low and high temperature: Low 18 degrees celsius, High 26 degrees celcius

Location and Amenities:

 

Highways:

• Interstate 95 (I-95) is the closest major highway, running along the eastern coast of Florida.
• Approximate Distance: 10-15 miles
• Approximate Time: 20-30 minutes

International Airports:

• Daytona Beach International Airport (DAB) is the nearest international airport.
• Approximate Distance: 10-15 miles
• Approximate Time: 20-30 minutes

Universities and Colleges:

• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and Daytona State College are some of the institutions in the vicinity.
• Approximate Distance: Varies, but within 10-20 miles
• Approximate Time: 20-40 minutes

Hospitals:

• Halifax Health Medical Center and AdventHealth Daytona Beach are nearby hospitals.
• Approximate Distance: Varies, but within 10-15 miles
• Approximate Time: 20-30 minutes

Shopping Malls:

• There are several shopping options in the nearby city of Daytona Beach.
• Approximate Distance: 10-15 miles
• Approximate Time: 20-30 minutes

Major Cities:

• Daytona Beach and Port Orange are the major cities closest to Samsula-Spruce Creek.
• Approximate Distance: 10-15 miles to Daytona Beach, slightly more to Port Orange

Amenities/attractions:

• Spruce Creek Park, Cypress Head Golf Club, Spruce Creek Fly-In Community

Short Term Rental Regulations:

** All short term rental operations in Florida must obtain a business license from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation ( DBPR ) and a Florida Department of Revenue Certificate of Sales and Use. ** Short term rental regulations can be subject to change and should always be confirmed with city / towns or county departments.

Restrictions:

• Rental periods of less than 30 Days are considered short term rentals in Volusia county.
• Currently, Short term rentals are not permitted in residential zones

For information visit Volusia.org