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Punta Gorda, FL


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Punta Gorda, Florida

Introduction to Punta Gorda, Florida

Punta Gorda, Florida, in Charlotte county, is 26 miles N of Cape Coral, Florida (center to center) and 74 miles S of Tampa, Florida. The city has a population of 14,344.

Punta Gorda History

The Howard brothers were the first settlers in Punta Gorda. They landed at Charlotte Harbor in the late 19th century. The initial settlers comprised 34 men, including 4 African-Americans. The town had its first railroads within ten years, which opened the way for land developers and tourists. The town was incorporated in 1900, 18 years after the first settlement.

Punta Gorda and nearby Attractions

  • Fred C. Babcock-Cecil M. Webb Wildlife Management Area
  • Peace River Wildlife Center & Ponce De Leon Park
  • Fisherman's Village
  • International Sailing School
  • Twin Isles Country Club
  • Octagon Wildlife Sanctuary And Rehabilitation Center
  • Babcock Ranch
  • Peace River Wildlife Center & Ponce De Leon Park

Punta Gorda Activities

Punta Gorda offers wonderful opportunities for water sports, fishing and sightseeing. This makes it an excellent tourist spot. People come here to spend their vacations; they are drawn by the beautiful views of the Peace River and Charlotte Harbor. There are guided walks through nature trails displaying southwest Florida’s ecosystem in full glory. There is also a tour through the Telegraph Cypress Swamp called the Swamp Buggy Eco-tour.

Punta Gorda Transportation

Shell Creek Airpark serves the city’s needs.

Punta Gorda Higher Education

The Edison Community College provides adult education opportunities.

High Points

Punta Gorda strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Florida):

CategoryTrophy
Low Violent Crime
(vs. State)		Top 16%Punta Gorda Low Violent Crime
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)		Top 17%Punta Gorda People in Middle Class or Better
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 18%Punta Gorda Short Commute Times
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. State)		Top 19%Punta Gorda Low Rate of Poverty

Comparative Profile of Punta Gorda, FL

Comparing Punta Gorda to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Florida (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Senior Citizens1010
Age of the Population1010
Female Share of the Population77
Well-Paid Single Men78
Well-Paid Single Women67
Racial Diversity53
Male Share of the Population44
Children Under 5 Years Old11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married910
Average Household Size12

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults88
People in Middle Class or Better79
People Above Poverty79
Median Family Income78

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home1010
Walking and Biking to Work87
Short Commute Times69
Public Transportation Use13

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing109
Housing Recently Built109
Affordability of Rents56
People Living Alone43
Affordability of Property Taxes32
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals23

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime69
Low Property Crime67

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