Punta Gorda Metro Area, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
195,083 332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,154 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$291,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$630 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,130 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Florida
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Florida
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 62
Feb 2 0 64
Mar 3 0 68
Apr 2 0 71
May 3 0 77
Jun 8 0 81
Jul 8 0 82
Aug 8 0 82
Sep 7 0 81
Oct 3 0 76
Nov 2 0 69
Dec 2 0 64

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% 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 76, FL
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Schools

East Elementary School
2 miles, N • 3.7 star
Punta Gorda Middle School
2 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Charlotte Technical College
11 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Cape Coral Technical College
17 miles, S • 1.4 star
Fort Myers Technical College
21 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Bayfront Health Punta Gorda
3 miles, N • 1.4 star
Fawcett Memorial Hospital
8 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Bayfront Health Port Charlotte
8 miles, N • 1.4 star
Cape Coral Hospital
19 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Punta Gorda Airport
1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Tampa International Airport
81 miles, N • 3.7 star
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