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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.
In Punta Gorda, about 73% of adults are married. There's no shortage of married couples in Punta Gorda.
People 65 and older make up an important part of the community in the city.
In 2000, Punta Gorda had a median family income of $54,879. Punta Gorda has a large middle class. The city isn't a place with a large population of people in poverty. Home offices are common in Punta Gorda.
In the 2004 Presidential fund-raising sweepstakes, George W. Bush came out ahead among Punta Gorda residents, with $29,560. Residents gave more to the Republican party than any of the others.
In Punta Gorda, 86% of the houses and apartments are occupied by the owners, not rented out. The city sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use. If you prefer houses that are on the new side, Punta Gorda may be the place for you - the average age of homes here is quite young. The city has higher property taxes than most places in Florida, which provides more money for local schools and services.
In Punta Gorda, 87% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Punta Gorda to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Florida (State):
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| Low Violent Crime | | |
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