New Resident Guide · Blountstown, Florida
Calhoun CountyUtilities & Services
Just bought or moving within Calhoun County? Here is every office and utility you'll need to get settled across Blountstown, Altha, and the rest of the county — power, water, gas, trash, homestead exemption, voter registration, and your zoned schools. Print it and keep it on the fridge.
Step 1
County Offices
The government offices every new homeowner needs — for your homestead exemption, taxes, license plates, schools, and voter registration.
Property Appraiser
Calhoun County Property Appraiser
File your homestead exemption (deadline March 1), check your assessed value, and look up property records. Filing homestead is the most valuable thing a new Florida homeowner can do.
Tax Collector
Calhoun County Tax Collector
Pay property taxes, register your vehicles and get Florida license plates, and handle driver license services. New residents must get a Florida license within 30 days.
Supervisor of Elections
Calhoun County Supervisor of Elections
Register to vote or update your voter registration with your new address.
Public Schools
Calhoun County School District
Find the schools your new address is zoned for and enroll your children.
Official Records / Deeds
Calhoun County Clerk of Court & Comptroller
Records and provides copies of your deed and other official property documents; also court records.
Building & Permitting
Calhoun County Building Department
Permits and inspections for unincorporated Calhoun County.
Sheriff (Non-Emergency)
Calhoun County Sheriff's Office
Non-emergency police matters and reports. For emergencies, always call 911.
Step 2
Set Up Your Utilities
Call ahead of your move-in date so the power and water are on when you arrive. Electric and water depend on your exact address — see the note under each.
Electric
Inside Blountstown it's the city; rural is split between two co-ops. Duke does NOT serve Calhoun.
City of Blountstown
Serves: Inside Blountstown city limits (municipal electric, water, sewer, gas, trash).
West Florida Electric Cooperative (WFEC)
Serves: Rural/unincorporated north and west Calhoun.
Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative (GCEC)
Serves: Rural/unincorporated south and east Calhoun.
Water & Sewer
Inside Blountstown the city; most rural homes are on a private well and septic.
City of Blountstown
Serves: Inside Blountstown city limits.
Natural Gas
Piped gas is Blountstown city only; rural Calhoun (including most of Altha) uses propane.
City of Blountstown Natural Gas
Serves: Blountstown city limits.
Trash & Recycling
Inside Blountstown the city collects; unincorporated areas use county convenience centers.
City of Blountstown
Serves: Inside Blountstown city limits.
Calhoun County Solid Waste
Serves: Unincorporated county (drop-off / collection sites).
Internet & TV
Availability is address-specific — confirm before signing up.
Not sure who serves your exact address?
Electric, water, and trash can change street by street. The fastest ways to confirm: check the seller's most recent utility bill, ask your closing agent or title company, or call the city utility office for the city your home is in. If your home is in an unincorporated area, it's handled by the county. Your MaxLife agent is happy to help you pin this down before closing.
Calhoun County Setup — Common Questions
Who provides electricity in Calhoun County, FL?
Inside Blountstown, it's the city's municipal utility; rural Calhoun is split between two co-ops — West Florida Electric (north/west) and Gulf Coast Electric (south/east). Duke does not serve Calhoun. Confirm by exact address.
How do I set up water service in Calhoun County?
Inside Blountstown, the city provides electric, water, sewer, gas, and trash all on one account at (850) 674-5488. Most rural homes are on a private well and septic.
Is there natural gas in Calhoun County?
Only inside the City of Blountstown, which runs a municipal gas system. Rural Calhoun (including most of Altha) uses propane from private dealers — there's no county gas utility.
Where do I register my car and get a Florida driver license after moving to Calhoun County?
The Calhoun County Tax Collector (calhountc.com, (850) 674-8242) handles property-tax payment, vehicle registration/tags, and driver licenses at one office in Blountstown (DL counter closes early). New residents generally must get a Florida license within 30 days.
How do I register to vote in Calhoun County?
Register or update your address through the Calhoun County Supervisor of Elections at votecalhounfl.gov or (850) 674-8568. You can also update your registration when you get your Florida driver license.
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Take it with you
Print this Calhoun County contact sheet as a clean one-pager — perfect to keep on the fridge or hand to a client at closing.
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Contact details verified June 2026against each agency's and provider's official website. Government offices and utilities occasionally change phone numbers, websites, and service areas — please confirm before relying on a number for a deadline or time-sensitive matter. MaxLife Realty is not affiliated with any office or utility listed here. For emergencies, call 911.