Where to Live If You Work at ULA in Florida
A relocation guide from Rachel Langley, REALTOR®, for ULA employees moving to the Space Coast: the commutes, the towns, what homes cost, and how to use your relocation package with the agent you choose.
The short answer: United Launch Alliance (ULA) launches its Vulcan rocket from Space Launch Complex 41 on Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The Space Force Station's south gate is next to Port Canaveral, so Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach and Merritt Island are the shortest drives, about 5 to 15 minutes to the gate. Rockledge and Viera are about 25 minutes.
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Where ULA works on the Space Coast
United Launch Alliance builds and launches rockets for the U.S. government and commercial customers. Here is what it does on the Space Coast:
- Space Launch Complex 41, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station: ULA's launch pad and rocket integration buildings.
- A busy 2026: ULA said in February 2026 it was aiming for 18 to 22 launches in 2026, mostly Vulcan, after 6 launches in 2025. One of its Cape integration buildings is dedicated to Vulcan, including launches for Amazon's satellite network.
Commute times to Cape Canaveral Space Force Station
| Town | Drive time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Canaveral | 5 min | 1.7 |
| Cocoa Beach | 15 min | 6.7 |
| Merritt Island | 15 min | 8.9 |
| Rockledge | 25 min | 15.3 |
| Viera | 26 min | 24.3 |
| Satellite Beach | 30 min | 16.4 |
Google Maps drive times from each town center to Port Canaveral (Exploration Tower), next to the south gate of Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, checked the afternoon of November 9, 2026. Add your drive inside the base to your work site.
The best towns for ULA employees
Cocoa Beach and Cape Canaveral
For the surf-town lifestyle. Cape Canaveral condos are a popular way to live by the beach for less.
Merritt Island
Riverfront and canal homes, boat access to the Banana and Indian Rivers, and the beach over the causeway. It is where I live.
Rockledge
A mix of established neighborhoods along the river and newer communities, central to both ends of the county.
Viera
Newer master-planned neighborhoods, new construction, parks and shopping, with easy I-95 access.
Satellite Beach
A beachside town with a neighborhood feel and an easy drive up A1A.
Titusville
Front-row launch views across the river and more house for the money.
What homes cost near ULA
| Town | Avg. asking price per sq ft |
|---|---|
| Melbourne (includes Viera) | about $260 |
| Cape Canaveral (condos) | about $280 |
| Rockledge | about $305 |
| Merritt Island | about $340 |
| Satellite Beach | about $370 |
| Cocoa Beach | about $495 |
Average asking price per square foot of active single-family listings (condos for Cape Canaveral) in the Space Coast MLS, November 9, 2026. Prices change daily.
Using your ULA relocation package
We work with every relocation company
Nichole Barna and I help relocating employees and their families settle on the Space Coast all the time, and we work with all the relocation companies. If your move comes with a relocation package, just give your relocation coordinator our names, Rachel Langley and Nichole Barna at Blue Marlin Real Estate, and we are happy to sign the referral paperwork.
A few things I tell every relocating buyer: read your package before you house hunt so you know what is covered and what deadlines apply, get pre-approved early, and if your start date is tight, think about renting for a few months while you learn the area. I help you find the right neighborhood either way.
Frequently asked questions
Where is ULA located in Florida?
ULA launches from Space Launch Complex 41 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, where it also has its rocket integration buildings.
Where do ULA employees live?
Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach and Merritt Island are the closest, about 5 to 15 minutes from the Space Force Station's south gate at Port Canaveral. Rockledge, Viera and Satellite Beach are about 25 to 30 minutes.
Can I choose my own realtor with my ULA relocation package?
Usually, yes. Rachel Langley and Nichole Barna work with all the relocation companies. Give your relocation coordinator their names, Rachel Langley and Nichole Barna at Blue Marlin Real Estate, and they are happy to sign the referral paperwork.
More relocation guides by employer: Blue Origin, SpaceX, Boeing, Northrop Grumman, L3Harris, Lockheed Martin, Relativity Space, Amazon Leo, Airbus and Embraer. You can also read my Space Coast aerospace relocation guide and get the free Space Coast Relocation Checklist.
Moving for ULA?
I moved to the Space Coast myself in 2022, and helping people relocate here is what Nichole and I do every day. Tell me your start date, your budget and how you want to live, and I will put together a game plan for your move.
Rachel Langley & Nichole Barna, REALTOR®s · Blue Marlin Real Estate
321-212-7676 · rachel@livingspacecoast.com
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Rachel Langley and Blue Marlin Real Estate are independent real estate professionals and are not employed by ULA.