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Port Charlotte, FL
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Port Charlotte, FL
At a Glance
How Port Charlotte Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Port Charlotte's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Port Charlotte a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Port Charlotte residents earn a median household income of $60,729 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,780. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,918 business establishments, including 317 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Port Charlotte is $249,400 , 12% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $263,950. Median rent is $1,335/month, with 36.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.4 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1983.
Safety & Crime
Port Charlotte reports 46 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 88% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,658/100K.
Education
19.6% of adults in Port Charlotte hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 89.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Port Charlotte has an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.