New Resident Guide · Madison, Florida
Madison CountyUtilities & Services
Just bought or moving within Madison County? Here is every office and utility you'll need to get settled across Madison, Greenville, Lee, 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
Madison 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
Madison 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
Madison County Supervisor of Elections
Register to vote or update your voter registration with your new address.
Public Schools
Madison County School District
Find the schools your new address is zoned for and enroll your children.
Official Records / Deeds
Madison County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller
Records and provides copies of your deed and other official property documents; also court records.
Building & Permitting
Madison County Building Department
Permits and inspections for unincorporated Madison County.
Sheriff (Non-Emergency)
Madison 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
Three providers — the City of Madison runs its own inside city limits; rural is the TCEC co-op; most of the rest is Duke.
Tri-County Electric Cooperative (TCEC)
Serves: Rural Madison County (also Jefferson and Taylor).
Duke Energy Florida
Serves: Most of the county outside co-op/city territory.
City of Madison Electric
Serves: Inside City of Madison limits (municipal).
Water & Sewer
The City of Madison runs electric, water, wastewater, and gas all from one number; rural parcels are well & septic.
City of Madison Water & Wastewater
Serves: City of Madison and some surrounding areas.
Natural Gas
Piped gas is the City of Madison system; rural homes use propane.
City of Madison Natural Gas
Serves: The City of Madison gas-main service area.
Trash & Recycling
The county uses staffed drop-off collection sites.
Madison County Solid Waste & Recycling
Serves: Countywide staffed drop-off sites and the regional landfill.
Internet & TV
Availability varies block to block — check your address on each provider's site.
Conexon Connect (fiber)
Serves: Fiber via the Tri-County co-op (the best rural option).
Xfinity (Comcast)
Serves: Cable in/near the city of Madison — check by address.
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.
Madison County Setup — Common Questions
Who provides electricity in Madison County, FL?
Three providers: the City of Madison runs its own electric inside city limits; the Tri-County Electric Cooperative (TCEC) covers rural areas; and Duke Energy covers most of the rest. Confirm by exact address.
How do I set up water service in Madison County?
The City of Madison runs electric, water, wastewater, and natural gas all from one number — (850) 973-5081. Natural gas exists only in the city service area; most rural parcels are on a private well and septic.
How do I file for the Florida homestead exemption in Madison County?
File with the Madison County Property Appraiser at madisonpa.com or (850) 973-6133. The deadline is March 1, and you must own and occupy the home as your permanent residence as of January 1 of that year.
Where do I register my car and get a Florida driver license after moving to Madison County?
The Madison County Tax Collector (madisontc.com, (850) 973-6136) handles property-tax payment, vehicle registration/tags, and driver licenses at one counter (DL hours are shorter). New residents generally must get a Florida license within 30 days.
How do I register to vote in Madison County?
Register or update your address through the Madison County Supervisor of Elections at votemadison.com or (850) 973-6507. You can also update your registration when you get your Florida driver license.
Helpful next reads
Take it with you
Print this Madison County contact sheet as a clean one-pager — perfect to keep on the fridge or hand to a client at closing.
Buying or selling in Madison County? Talk to Ryan Solberg at MaxLife Realty.
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.