Port Charlotte, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
64,971 332.4M (US)
Median Age
55.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,729 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$249,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$546 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,116 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Charlotte County
3
Punta Gorda Metro Area
3
Florida
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Charlotte County
3
Punta Gorda Metro Area
3
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 61
Feb 2 0 64
Mar 4 0 68
Apr 2 0 71
May 3 0 77
Jun 8 0 81
Jul 8 0 82
Aug 8 0 82
Sep 6 0 81
Oct 3 0 76
Nov 2 0 69
Dec 2 0 64

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, FL State Senate District 27, FL State House District 75, FL
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Schools

Meadow Park Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 3.7 star
Neil Armstrong Elementary School
2 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Charlotte Technical College
2 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Cape Coral Technical College
24 miles, S • 1.4 star
Fort Myers Technical College
29 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Fawcett Memorial Hospital
1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Bayfront Health Port Charlotte
1 miles, E • 1.4 star
Bayfront Health Punta Gorda
6 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Englewood Community Hospital
14 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Punta Gorda Airport
9 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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