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33982

Punta Gorda, FL

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Total Population

11,067
5-year trend
+12.4%

Median Household Income

$56,518
5-year trend
+16.5%

Median Home Value

$246,200
5-year trend
+33.4%

Median Rent

$993
5-year trend
+19.7%

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Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median household income is 100% higher than the state average, indicating an affluent area.

Home values are 101% higher than the state average. This area has a competitive real estate market.

Median age of 53 years suggests an established, mature community.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Household Income
$56,518
100.2% above state avg
Home Value
$246,200
100.7% above state avg
Rent
$993
100% above state avg
Population Density
11,067 residents
Median Age
53.1 years
Safety Score
61/100
Moderate safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
73
Good
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
86/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
61/100
Education
37/100
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Employment
89/100
Housing
86/100
Weather
66/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

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Punta Gorda, FL 33982

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Coordinates: 26.9597°, -81.8190°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
59
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
0
Below avg
Transportation
90
Average
Healthcare
95
Average
Groceries
85
Below avg
Utilities
92
Average
Overall
59
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
3,785
Employment Rate
93.4%
Avg. Commute
32 min
Work From Home
2%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Construction
23.8%
Educational Services
23.7%
Finance & Insurance
20.5%
Manufacturing
11.6%
Professional & Business Services
10.4%
Total Employed
3,534
Total Unemployed
251
Unemployment Rate
6.6%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Key Demographic Insightsfor Punta Gorda, FL

Median household income is 100% below state average, suggesting more affordable cost of living.

Mature population with median age of 53.1 years, likely more established households.

Unemployment rate of 6.6% is above national average, indicating economic challenges.

Low poverty rate of 5.6%, well below national average.

Insights are derived from US Census Bureau data and may not reflect recent changes.

Household Income Distribution

Local Median Income
$56,518
-24.8% vs US
vs State Median
+-100.2%
State: $-25,941,347
Income Distribution
30.8%
Under $50k
18.5%
Over $100k
Lower Income
Middle Income
Higher Income
Data from US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Breakdown

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Households & Employment

Household Types

Family composition breakdown

Average Household Size: 2.23 people

Total Households
4,262
Family Households
57.9%

Employment by Industry

Where residents work

#1 Industry
Construction
23.8%
#2 Industry
Education
23.7%
#3 Industry
Finance
20.5%
Total Employed Residents:2,163

Commute Patterns

How residents get to work

Short Commute
4.2%
Under 10 minutes
Long Commute
11.6%
Over 60 minutes
Work From Home
1.5%
48 workers
Public Transit
0.0%
0 workers
Total Commuting Workers:3,159
Commute Insights
0

Labor Force Statistics

Employment Rate
93.4%
3,534 employed
Labor Force
3,785
251 unemployed
Unemployment Rate:6.6%
Median Age
53.1 years
Per Capita Income
$35,298
Poverty Rate
5.6%
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