Captiva, FL

Florida · Metropolitan Area

Captiva is a small town in Florida with a population of 129.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
129 Population 109/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $34,184 per capita
N/A Home Value $1,221,415 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
75°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 48.2%
43% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 57.4%
363% higher than US avg

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

People

Population129
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density109/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 47%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$34,184
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty57.4%
County GDP$9,770M
Commute52 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,221,415

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.4 in/yr
Elevation6 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.2%
High School+84.8%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute52 min
Broadband34.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Captiva a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Captiva receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Captiva stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 57.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 84.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Captiva 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. Annual precipitation totals 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Captiva has a population of 129 with a density of 109 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47.3%), with 4.7% Hispanic, 28.7% Black.

Population

129
Total Population
109
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%
Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Captiva vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.7%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.3%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Captiva vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Captiva is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 57.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes.

Income: Captiva vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$34,184
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$84,200

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate57.4%
363% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,918
County GDP$9,770M

Business (County)

Restaurants317
Healthcare537
Retail617
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,581
117% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time52.0 min
Drive Alone30.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home70.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,221,415.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$1,221,415
Median List Price$3,575,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$3,575,000
$/Sq Ft$790
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio89.3%
Price Drops14.6%
Inventory48

Rental Costs

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

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,581
117% above US avg
In Captiva, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma10.2%
COPD9.6%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death9,589/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access83.4%
Healthcare Facilities537

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Safety Score

Captiva has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average75.4°F
40% above US avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.4 inches
51% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6 ft (2 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density109/sq mi
Coordinates26.4976°N, 82.1872°W
County FIPS12015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 48.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 32.7%

Winner: Republican by 34 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.2%
43% above US avg
High School+84.8%
School Test Score5.60
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density109/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities537
Restaurants317
Retail Stores617

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute52.0 min
Drive Alone30.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home70.0%

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