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Buckingham, FL

Florida · Lee County · Cape Coral-Fort Myers Metro

Buckingham is a small town in Florida with a population of 4,637. Residents earn $103,438 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
4,637 Population 257/sq mi density
$103,438 Median Income $43,128 per capita
$411,000 Home Value $312,186 Zillow
$1,799 Median Rent 29.5% income on rent
75°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
1,103 Violent Crime/100K 3,121 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$103,438 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$411,000 home value, $1,799/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,103 violent crimes/100K (190% above avg)
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $103,438
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $411,000
46% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 1,103/100K
190% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,799
55% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.8%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

How Buckingham Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,637
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density257/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,438
Per Capita$43,128
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$54,160M
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$411,000
Rent$1,799
Ownership92.5%
Zillow$312,186
Housing Units1,876
Rent Burden29.5%

Crime

F
Violent1,103/100K
Property3,121/100K

Health

Obesity29.8%
Uninsured12.9%
Smoking13.5%
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+91.9%
Graduate+11.7%
School Score5.70

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute31 min
Broadband90.7%
EV Stations68
Libraries16

Is Buckingham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buckingham receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs, a high uninsured rate. Buckingham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Buckingham is $103,438, which is significantly higher than the national average / 38% above $75,149. This places Buckingham among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Buckingham is $411,000, 46% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,799 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 1,103 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,121 per 100,000, 59% above the national average.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Buckingham has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Buckingham has a population of 4,637 with a density of 257 people per square mile, spread across 18.5 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.4% female and 44.6% male. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 1.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92% of residents, while 8% speak Spanish. 9.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.3% of residents have a disability. 92.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,637
Total Population
257
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
18.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Buckingham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish 8.0%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Buckingham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buckingham is $103,438, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,128. The average weekly wage is $1,184, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 28,954 business establishments, including 1,636 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 13.4% of workers work from home.

Income: Buckingham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,438
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,128
Avg Weekly Wage$1,184
IRS Avg AGI$108,048
Gini Index0.480 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)28,954
County GDP$54,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,636
Healthcare2,112
Retail2,648
Manufacturing389

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,664
176% above US avg
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Buckingham is $411,000, 46% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $312,186, lower than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 94% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,799 (55% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,296 for a one-bedroom to $1,526 for a two-bedroom apartment. 92.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,876 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1993. The average annual property tax is $9,664 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$411,000
46% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$312,186
Median List Price$380,192

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$380,192
$/Sq Ft$225
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio94.0%
Price Drops41.4%
Inventory29

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,799
55% above US avg
Rent Burden29.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,212
1 Bedroom$1,296
2 Bedrooms$1,526
3 Bedrooms$1,971
4 Bedrooms$2,261

Ownership & Property

Homeownership92.5%
Owner-Occupied92.5%
Renter-Occupied7.5%
Housing Units1,876
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,664
176% above US avg
Effective Rate2.35%
In Buckingham, 29.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 29.8% have high blood pressure. 13.5% are current smokers. 18.8% report binge drinking. 22.2% are physically inactive. 20.4% report depression. 18.1% experience frequent mental distress. 12.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,504. The dentist ratio is 1:1,886. 85.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.5 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Buckingham vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.8%
7% below US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.5%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Uninsured12.9%
50% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,504
Dentists1:1,886
Mental Health1:681
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits61.7%
Premature Death8,494/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities2,112
Buckingham has a violent crime rate of 1,103 per 100,000 residents, 190% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,121 per 100,000, 59% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 128 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Buckingham receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Buckingham vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,103.0/100K
190% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,121.2/100K
59% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)128
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Buckingham has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average75.0°F
39% above US avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area18.5 sq mi (47.8 km²)
Population Density257/sq mi
Coordinates26.6455°N, 81.7474°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLee County County
Nearest AirportSouthwest Florida International (RSW)
11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.4"
41% above US avg
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.21"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.54"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0386 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score99.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability67.8 / 100
Community Resilience8.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively High
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather No Rating
Lightning Very High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Very High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Hurricane History

23 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Milton (2024, Cat 4).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 4 119 km
2024 Debby Category 1 274 km
2023 Idalia Category 4 295 km
2022 Ian Category 5 30 km
2022 Nicole Category 1 178 km
2021 Elsa Category 1 145 km
2020 Eta Category 1 234 km
2017 Irma Category 4 18 km
2016 Matthew Category 4 234 km
2005 Rita Category 4 298 km
2005 Katrina Category 3 141 km
2005 Wilma Category 3 83 km
2005 Dennis Category 3 293 km
2004 Charley Category 4 45 km
2004 Jeanne Category 3 115 km
2004 Frances Category 2 119 km
2000 Gordon Category 1 247 km
1999 Irene Category 1 129 km
1998 Georges Category 2 237 km
1995 Erin Category 1 166 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

459 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 10 fatalities, 179 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Oct 9, 2024 EF3 75 km 0
Mar 17, 1985 EF3 87 km 2
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 84 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 18 km 0
Jan 16, 2022 EF2 30 km 0
Jan 9, 2016 EF2 30 km 0
Jun 21, 2006 EF2 53 km 0
Aug 13, 2004 EF2 98 km 0
Apr 4, 1993 EF2 50 km 0
Jul 23, 1989 EF2 10 km 0
Nov 4, 1988 EF2 10 km 0
Aug 9, 1986 EF2 23 km 0
Dec 12, 1983 EF2 65 km 0
Feb 2, 1983 EF2 96 km 1
Jun 17, 1982 EF2 26 km 1
Jun 17, 1982 EF2 94 km 0
Jun 18, 1972 EF2 42 km 0
Jun 18, 1972 EF2 12 km 0
Jun 18, 1972 EF2 44 km 0
Feb 1, 1972 EF2 96 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BICY COMPLEX (60,644 ac, 2007).

Year Name Acres Distance
2007 BICY COMPLEX 60,644 97 km
2007 MOONSHINE BAY 38,664 75 km
2008 MYAKKA CUT 36,877 75 km
2018 116TH AVE SE (11) 29,269 71 km
2006 BERG FIRE 28,992 94 km
2017 PARLIAMENT 26,967 99 km
2017 THREE MILE 26,683 94 km
2001 BEARISLAND 24,213 74 km
2014 L 4 CUTOUT 23,068 94 km
2017 COWBELL 21,781 86 km
2007 FROG LIGHT 20,174 91 km
2009 DEEP FIRE 20,073 70 km
2013 HUCKABEE 19,723 75 km
2015 ELLISON 19,387 94 km
2017 IPP 17 TRT 2 AIRPLANE RXS 19,112 84 km
2007 BALSA 16,278 61 km
1990 UNNAMED 16,253 72 km
1986 UNNAMED 16,145 26 km
1989 WALK IN 15,816 74 km
1991 UNNAMED 14,572 29 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 2.2 in
February 64°F (18°C) 2.1 in Coldest
March 69°F (20°C) 3.1 in
April 72°F (22°C) 1.7 in
May 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in
June 81°F (27°C) 9.2 in Wettest
July 83°F (28°C) 8.4 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 8.8 in
September 82°F (28°C) 7.3 in
October 77°F (25°C) 2.8 in
November 71°F (22°C) 1.8 in
December 66°F (19°C) 1.5 in Driest

Buckingham has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 64°F in February to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.2") and December the driest (1.5").

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Buckingham is located in Lee County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 25.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 25% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. 11.7% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 63.9% of the vote, a 28.4-point margin. 90.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 68 EV charging stations. There are 16 public libraries serving the community. 2,112 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.5%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)128
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+91.9%
Graduate Degree+11.7%
School Test Score5.70
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density257/sq mi
Total Area18.5 sq mi
CountyLee County County

Services

Broadband Access90.7%
Avg Download Speed130.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed32.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations68
Alt Fuel Stations73
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities2,112
Restaurants1,636
Retail Stores2,648

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.4%
Average costs for common services in Buckingham. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $259 ($155–$414)
Specialist Visit $362 ($207–$569)
Urgent Care Visit $207 ($103–$362)
Emergency Room Visit $2,275 ($827–$5,170)
Dental Cleaning $134 ($78–$207)
Dental Filling $259 ($155–$414)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $47 ($26–$78)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $78 ($52–$124)
Brake Pad Replacement $310 ($155–$517)
Tire Rotation $41 ($21–$78)
New Tires (Set of 4) $620 ($414–$1,034)
Battery Replacement $207 ($103–$362)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $103 ($62–$155)
Electrician (Per Hour) $93 ($52–$145)
HVAC Repair $414 ($155–$827)
HVAC System Install $7,238 ($4,136–$12,408)
Roof Repair $1,034 ($414–$2,068)
Roof Replacement $9,306 ($5,687–$15,510)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,551 ($517–$3,619)
Divorce (Contested) $15,510 ($5,170–$31,020)
DUI Defense $5,170 ($2,068–$10,340)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,551 ($827–$3,102)
Will Preparation $517 ($207–$1,034)
Trust Preparation $2,585 ($1,034–$5,170)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $26 ($16–$47)
Women's Haircut $57 ($31–$103)
Hair Coloring (Full) $155 ($78–$259)
Manicure $26 ($16–$47)
Pedicure $41 ($26–$67)
Massage (1 Hour) $83 ($52–$134)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.24 ($3.10–$5.69)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.62 ($2.59–$5.17)
Loaf of Bread $3.93 ($2.59–$5.69)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.65 ($3.10–$6.72)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.69 ($4.14–$7.76)
Rice (per lb) $1.03 ($0.62–$1.86)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $145 ($83–$259)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $72 ($31–$155)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $72 ($41–$124)
Internet (Monthly) $72 ($41–$103)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $67 ($31–$103)
Cable TV (Monthly) $88 ($52–$155)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $207 ($78–$517)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,068 ($1,241–$3,619)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $72 ($31–$134)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $16 ($8.27–$26)
Car Registration (Annual) $103 ($31–$259)
Driver's License Renewal $31 ($16–$78)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,241 ($620–$2,585)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,034 ($517–$2,068)
After-School Care (Monthly) $414 ($207–$724)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $52 ($26–$103)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,034 ($414–$2,585)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,925 ($5,170–$31,020)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $62 ($31–$103)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $103 ($52–$207)
Dog Grooming $62 ($31–$103)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $41 ($21–$78)
Dog Spay/Neuter $310 ($155–$517)
Cat Spay/Neuter $207 ($103–$414)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$866
Toddler$693
Preschool$650
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$650
Toddler$563
Preschool$541
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lee County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 42,882 2,831 $41,729 1.43
Construction 41,448 5,000 $65,083 2.64
Health Care & Social Assistance 34,073 2,585 $67,920 0.79
Accommodation & Food Services 33,101 1,825 $31,000 1.22
Administrative & Waste Services 20,155 2,482 $51,504 1.14
Professional & Technical Services 17,669 3,706 $96,651 0.85
Other Services 9,785 2,125 $48,089 1.09
Arts & Entertainment 8,820 427 $43,869 1.75
Wholesale Trade 8,152 1,057 $83,891 0.69
Manufacturing 8,147 771 $74,465 0.33
Real Estate 7,499 2,095 $74,749 1.61
Finance & Insurance 6,911 1,391 $106,031 0.57
Transportation & Warehousing 6,110 602 $54,744 0.48
Information & Technology 3,146 470 $84,912 0.56
Educational Services 3,000 266 $45,580 0.48
Management of Companies 2,316 202 $135,313 0.46
Agriculture & Forestry 1,283 113 $41,393 0.53
Utilities 1,024 70 $107,013 0.90
Unclassified 429 733 $75,161 1.03
Mining & Oil/Gas 278 18 $79,285 0.25

Radio Stations near Buckingham

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
K-Star Talk Radio Network conservative talk, conspiracy theories MP3 128 kbps
99.9 Gator Country country AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Buckingham

4 campgrounds found near Buckingham.

NameRatingSitesPrice
W.P. FRANKLIN SOUTH RECREATION AREA 4.9/5 2 $35
ORTONA SOUTH 4.8/5 52 $30–$35
W.P. FRANKLIN N 4.8/5 39 $30–$35
Gator Head Campground 4.0/5 9 $10

National Parks Near Buckingham

14 national parks and monuments found near Buckingham.

ParkTypeFee
Big Cypress National Preserve National Preserve Free
Cayo Costa State Park State Park Free
Collier-Seminole State Park State Park Free
De Soto National Memorial National Memorial Free
Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park State Park Free
Don Pedro Island State Park State Park Free
Gasparilla Island State Park State Park Free
Highlands Hammock State Park State Park Free
Lake June-in-Winter Scrub State Park State Park Free
Lake Manatee State Park State Park Free
Maderia Bickle Archaeological State Park State Park Free
Myakka River State Park State Park Free
Oscar Scherer State Park State Park Free
Stump Pass Beach State Park State Park Free

Museums in Buckingham

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
THOMAS EDISON AND HENRY FORD WINTER ESTATESHISTORIC PRESERVATION2350 MCGREGOR BLVD2393347419$4,978,856
THOMAS EDISON-HENRY FORD WINTER HOMESHISTORIC PRESERVATION2350 MCGREGOR BLVD2393347419$4,978,856
LINCOLN MOTOR CAR HERITAGE MUSEUM AND RESEARCH FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM$490,033
FORT MYERS - BURROUGHS HOMEHISTORIC PRESERVATION2505 FIRST STREET2393379505$308,630
CALUSA NATURE CENTER & PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2392753435$305,790
RAILROAD MUSEUM OF SOUTH FLORIDASCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2392671905$231,851
ESTERO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION161 BAY ROAD2394630435$81,320
FORT MYERS-LEE COUNTY GARDEN COUNCILARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2393324942$74,102
CAPE CORAL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION544 CULTURAL PARK BLVD2397727037$38,706
KORESHAN STATE HISTORICAL SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION8139920311$37,204
EARTH SHINE INSTITUTEHISTORIC PRESERVATION2392336131$19,007
EDISON INVENTORS ASSOCIATIONSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2392754332$5,159
CHILDREN'S SCIENCE CENTER FLORIDASCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM9419970012
ESTERO ISLAND HISTORIC SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM161 BAY ROAD2394630435
FLORIDA GULF COAST UNIVERSITY ART GALLERYART MUSEUM2395907199
FORT MYERS HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION2300 PECK ST9413325955
GALLERY OF FINE ARTART MUSEUM2394899313
IMAGINARIUM SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2000 CRANFORD AVENUE
LAKES PARK BOTANIC GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
LAUREL FINE ARTS FOUNDATIONART MUSEUM2399360305
LEE COUNTY BLACK HISTORY SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM1936 HENDERSON AVE2393328778
LEE TRUST FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION1609 HENDRY ST2399397278
NATURES WONDERLAND CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM
SAM SIRIANNI MEMORIALHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION10091 MCGREGOR BLVD2399394044
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA MUSEUM OF HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM2393217430
UNDERWATER HISTORICAL EXPLORATION COMPANYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1411 WHISKEY CREEK DR

Libraries in Buckingham

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LEE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM2345 UNION STREET0.02,763,925
FORT MYERS BEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY2755 ESTERO BLVD.0.0194,690

Farmers Markets in Buckingham

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Alliance for the Arts GreenMarket10091 McGregor BoulevardSat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Beach Baptist Farmers Market130 Connecticut Street08/03/2016 to 04/26/2017Wed: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Cape Coral Farmers' MarketSE 47th Terr & SE 10th Pl10/01/2018 to 05/11/2019Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Coconut Point Farmers Market23106 Fashion Drive10/06/2016 to 04/27/2017Thu: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Fenway South Farmers Market11500 Fenway South Drive01/05/2015 to 03/09/2015Mon: 12:00 PM-4:00 PM;YesVisit
Fort Myers River District Farmers Market2000 West First Street01/05/2017 to 12/27/2018Thu: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Koreshan Sunday Farmers' Market3800 Corkscrew Road01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Sun: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Lakes Park Farmers Market7300 Gladiolus Drive10/05/2016 to 04/26/2017Fri: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit

Restaurants in Buckingham

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Woody's Bar-B-Q

Gas Stations in Buckingham

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
Mobil
RaceTrac
Speedway

Banks in Buckingham

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chase
Fifth Third Bank
Wells Fargo

Breweries in Buckingham

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Aaa Florida Vendingcontractor, carpentry, Brewers, Vending Machine Manufacturers, Wholesale Vending Machines, construct3112 Palm Ave2393344334, 2393321888
Corkscrew Winery & The Wine Shoppe Co.Brewers, Wineries21401 Corkscrew Village Ln
Fort Myers Brewing CoBrewers12811 Commerce Lakes Doctor 272393136576
Fort Myers Brewing CompanyFood & Drink, Breweries12811 Commerce Lakes Doctor 2812393136576
Hanger 41 Brew Club IncBrewers1539 Poinciana Ave
House of BrewzBrewers10045 Gulf Center Doctor E1102393326800
House of Brewz / Bury Me BrewingBrewery, American Restaurant10045 Gulf Center Dr2393326800
Old Soul BrewingBrewery10970 S Cleveland Ave (between Dana And Boyscout)2393344334Visit
Old Soul Brewing LlcBreweries10970 S Cleveland Ave
Point Ybel Brewing CompanyBrewery, Bar, Music Venue16120 San Carlos Blvd2396036535, 12396036535Visit
Smokin Oyster BrewerySeafood Restaurant, Brewery340 Old San Carlos Blvd2394633474Visit
Tk's Sports BarFort Myers Restaurants, Heritage Palms, Bars & Grills, Beer Taverns & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, B12951 Metro Pkwy2395616555Visit

Cell Towers in Buckingham

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
21190 CARTER ROAD (6834)GTOWER373
21190 CARTER ROAD (6834)GTOWER373
21190 CARTER ROAD (6834)GTOWER373
2830 Murray Road (6371)GTOWER88
17900 PARKINSON RD (6820)GTOWER83
17900 PARKINSON RD (6820)GTOWER83
12151 SR 31 (15562)GTOWER81
(Punta Gorda Spectrasite site) 12151 SR 31TOWER81
11131 Palm Beach Blvd. (6846)LTOWER79
(ATC Telegraph Estates)2601 Linwood AvenueTOWER79
11131 Palm Beach Blvd. (6846)LTOWER79
17200 N. TAIMIMI TRAIL (65049)LTOWER79
7050 CPI ROAD (110160)MTOWER61
7050 CPI ROAD (110160)MTOWER61
7050 CPI ROAD (110160)MTOWER61
7301 SAMVILLE RD (6849)MTOWER49
7301 SAMVILLE RD (6849)MTOWER49

Bridges in Buckingham

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete20122139,500G
SlabConcrete195512113,300G

Amtrak Stations in Buckingham

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Fort Myers, FL17308 Park 78 DriveBUS

Superfund Sites Near Buckingham

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
FORT MYERSLEE
LEE COUNTY SOLID WASTE RESOURCE RECOVERY FACILITY10500 BUCKINGHAM ROADLEE
LEE COUNTY SOLID WASTE RESOURCE RECOVERY FACILITY10500 BUCKINGHAM ROADLEE

Airports Near Buckingham

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Southwest Florida International AirportRSWLarge Airport
Naples Municipal AirportAPFMedium Airport
Page FieldFMYMedium Airport
Punta Gorda AirportPGDMedium Airport
Adana AirfieldSmall Airport
Airglades AirportSmall Airport
Alex’s Ultralight Flight ParkSmall Airport
Alico Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Alma AirportSmall Airport
Arcadia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Berry Grove AirportSmall Airport
Big Cypress Ranch AirfieldSmall Airport
Bob Paul AirportSmall Airport
Bright Hour Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bright Hour Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Brownville AirportSmall Airport
Buchan AirportSmall Airport
Buckingham FieldSmall Airport
Calusa Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Carlton Ranch-Sidell AirportSmall Airport
Charlton StripSmall Airport
Coral Creek AirportSmall Airport
Corkscrew Trace AirparkSmall Airport
Cotton StripSmall Airport
Devil’s Garden StripSmall Airport
Duda AirstripSmall Airport
Felda AirportSmall Airport
Flying H AirportSmall Airport
Flying L AirportSmall Airport
Greens Farm FieldSmall Airport
Harper's Fly-In Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Hennessy AirportSmall Airport
Hidden River AirportSmall Airport
Hilliard's Private AirportSmall Airport
Hummingbirds LandingSmall Airport
Immokalee Regional AirportIMMSmall Airport
J. H. Hendrie Farms AirportSmall Airport
Kings Port AirportSmall Airport
La Belle Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Lake Persimmon AirstripSmall Airport
Lake Place AirfieldSmall Airport
Lake Suzy Estates AirportSmall Airport
Last Chance Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Little Deer AirportSmall Airport
Lykes Brighton AirportSmall Airport
Lykes Fort Basinger AirportSmall Airport
Lykes Mass Romor AirportSmall Airport
Lykes Moore Haven AirportSmall Airport
Lykes Silver Lake AirportSmall Airport
Marco Island Executive AirportMRKSmall Airport

Police Stations in Buckingham

20 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Cape Coral Police Department1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral Police Department1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Charlotte County Sheriff's Office17755 Curry Preserve Drive
Fort Myers Police Department2210 Widman Way
Lee County Port Authority Police Department
Lee County Sheriff's Office
Lee County Sheriff's Office6550 Felix Romano Avenue
Lee County Sheriff's Office Alpha North District
Lee County Sheriff's Office Bravo East District
Lee County Sheriff's Office Charlie West District
Lee County Sheriff's Office Community Programs Unit
Lee County Sheriff's Office Core Division
Lee County Sheriff's Office Corrections Bureau Jail
Lee County Sheriff's Office Dunbar Community Policing Annex
Lee County Sheriff's Office Echo Central District
Lee County Sheriff's Office Main
Lee County Sheriff's Office Stockade
Lee County Sheriff's Posse
US Marshals Service
US Marshals Service

Grocery Stores in Buckingham

13 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7-eleven 32291BConvenience Store4325 Lee Blvd
7-eleven Store #34893b 34893BConvenience Store11501 State Road 82
CVS Pharmacy 7983Other11300 State Rte 82
Dollar General 12871Other400 Dallas St
Dollar Tree 5823Other5560 8th St W
Family Dollar 11444Other5009 Lee Blvd
Hubbell FarmsFarmers and Markets6221 Buckingham Rd
Party Tobacco & GroceryConvenience Store4316 Lee Blvd
PUBLIX 0162Supermarket5781 LEE BLVD
Race Trac 199Convenience Store5570 Lee Blvd
Racetrac 2480Convenience Store4405 Lee Blvd
Rebel 805Convenience Store5551 Lee Blvd
Wawa 5200Convenience Store11031 Colonial Blvd

Treatment Centers in Buckingham

8 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Celadon Recovery CenterBoth239-880-3990
Frankies Place Csl and Prev ServicesSubstance Abuse239-666-4545
Metro Treatment of Florida LP - New Season Treatment Center 6Substance Abuse239-491-8092 x12305
SalusCare - Cape Coral CampusSubstance Abuse239-275-3222
SalusCare - Evans CampusBoth239-275-3222
SalusCare - Transitional Living Center (TLC)Substance Abuse239-338-2977
SalusCare - Vince Smith CampusSubstance Abuse239-338-2306
WhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab - Fort MyersSubstance Abuse239-895-0610

Churches & Religious Organizations in Buckingham

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
EAST SIDE BAPTIST CHURCH2420 ORTIZ AVE
FORT MEYERS COMMUNITY CHURCH12515 PALM BEACH BLVD
IGLESIA PENTECOSTAL PENIEL INC13908 MATANZAS DR
NEW HOPE FAITH TEMPLE OF JESUS CHRIST1035 WINDSOR DR
ORANGE RIVER BOULEVARD CHURCH OF CHRIST INC5355 ORANGE RIVER BLVD
RUSSELL PARK BAPTIST CHURCH5160 RICHMOND AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Buckingham

What is the population of Buckingham?

Buckingham has a population of 4,637 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 257 people per square mile, spread across 18.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.4% female and 44.6% male.

Is Buckingham expensive to live in?

Buckingham has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.4 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $103,438, 38% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $411,000 (46% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,799 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Buckingham safe?

Public safety is a concern in Buckingham, with a violent crime rate of 1,103 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,121 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Buckingham receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Buckingham?

Buckingham has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Buckingham?

The job market in Buckingham is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,184. There are 28,954 business establishments in the area, including 1,636 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 13.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Buckingham?

The median home value in Buckingham is $411,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $312,186. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,799. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 92.5%. The average annual property tax is $9,664.

How are the schools in Buckingham?

Schools in Buckingham score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 25.4% of adults in Buckingham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. 11.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Buckingham?

The obesity rate in Buckingham is 29.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.5% of adults are smokers. 22.2% are physically inactive. 20.4% of residents report depression. 12.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 85.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,504.

What is transportation like in Buckingham?

The average commute in Buckingham is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Buckingham?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Buckingham is 92.9% White, 1.4% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 92% of residents speak only English at home, while 8% speak Spanish. 9.2% of the population are military veterans. 11.3% of residents have a disability. 92.1% have health insurance coverage.

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