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Punta Gorda, FL

Florida · Charlotte County · Punta Gorda Metro

Punta Gorda is a small city in Florida with a population of 19,886. Residents earn $79,291 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
19,886 Population 1,287/sq mi density
$79,291 Median Income $55,430 per capita
$482,300 Home Value $332,468 Zillow
$1,235 Median Rent 33.2% income on rent
76°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
88 Violent Crime/100K 1,359 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$79,291 median income, 1.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$482,300 home value, $1,235/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
88 violent crimes/100K (77% below avg)
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $79,291
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $482,300
71% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 88/100K
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.5%
20% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,235
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population19,886
Median Age66.5 yrs
Density1,287/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans12.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,291
Per Capita$55,430
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$9,770M
Commute27 min

Housing

B
Home Value$482,300
Rent$1,235
Ownership83.1%
Zillow$332,468
Housing Units13,308
Rent Burden33.2%

Crime

F
Violent88/100K
Property1,359/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault68/100K
Burglary54/100K

Health

Obesity31.0%
Uninsured12.3%
Smoking13.3%
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain54.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.5%
High School+96.1%
Graduate+15.9%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute27 min
Broadband93.7%
EV Stations8
Libraries4

Is Punta Gorda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Punta Gorda receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, a high uninsured rate. Punta Gorda offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Punta Gorda is $79,291, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Punta Gorda is $482,300, making it a premium housing market at 71% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,235 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Punta Gorda is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 88 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,359 per 100,000, 31% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Punta Gorda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Punta Gorda has a population of 19,886 with a density of 1,287 people per square mile, spread across 21.0 square miles. The median age is 66.5 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 3.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.4% of residents, while 6.6% speak Spanish. 12.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 20.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

19,886
Total Population
1,287
People / sq mi
66.5yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
21.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Punta Gorda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish 6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Punta Gorda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Punta Gorda is $79,291, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,430 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,040, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,918 business establishments, including 317 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.4, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 18.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Punta Gorda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,291
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,430
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$84,200
Gini Index0.451 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below 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
Cost of Living103.40 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home18.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Punta Gorda is $482,300, 71% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,468, lower than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 94% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,235 (6% 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. 83.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 13,308 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1993. The average annual property tax is $7,581 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 33.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$482,300
71% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$332,468
Median List Price$449,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$449,900
$/Sq Ft$212
Homes Sold76
Sale-to-List Ratio94.0%
Price Drops39.1%
Inventory494

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,235
6% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,985
Rent Burden33.2%

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

Homeownership83.1%
Owner-Occupied83.1%
Renter-Occupied16.9%
Housing Units13,308
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,581
117% above US avg
Effective Rate1.57%
In Punta Gorda, 31.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.2% of residents. 29.9% have high blood pressure. 13.3% are current smokers. 18.7% report binge drinking. 20.4% are physically inactive, below the national average. 19.5% report depression. 18.4% experience frequent mental distress. 12.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,610. The dentist ratio is 1:1,876. 83.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.0 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS - 2026-05-22)

PM2.5
6.0
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
8.0
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
3.7
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
65.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.3
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
165.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Punta Gorda vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.0%
3% below US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.7%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Uninsured12.3%
43% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,610
Dentists1:1,876
Mental Health1:796
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits59.5%
Premature Death9,589/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access83.4%
Healthcare Facilities537
Punta Gorda has a violent crime rate of 88 per 100,000 residents, 77% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 68.4 per 100,000, robbery at 19.6, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,359 per 100,000, 31% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,271, burglary at 54, vehicle theft at 34 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 33 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Punta Gorda receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent88.0/100K
77% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery19.6/100K
Assault68.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,358.9/100K
31% below US avg
Burglary53.8/100K
Theft1,270.9/100K
Vehicle Theft34.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
Traffic Accidents1,453
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Punta Gorda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 84°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 54.0 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 7 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average75.8°F
40% above US avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area21.0 sq mi (54.4 km²)
Population Density1,287/sq mi
Coordinates26.8978°N, 82.0658°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCharlotte County County
Nearest AirportSouthwest Florida International (RSW)
32 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.0"
42% above US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 8.23"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.46"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score95.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability77.0 / 100
Community Resilience12.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Hurricane History

24 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 77 km
2024 Helene Category 4 272 km
2024 Debby Category 1 233 km
2023 Idalia Category 4 261 km
2022 Ian Category 5 13 km
2022 Nicole Category 1 191 km
2021 Elsa Category 1 117 km
2020 Eta Category 1 220 km
2017 Irma Category 4 38 km
2016 Matthew Category 4 250 km
2005 Katrina Category 3 183 km
2005 Wilma Category 3 117 km
2005 Dennis Category 3 285 km
2004 Charley Category 4 3 km
2004 Jeanne Category 3 100 km
2004 Frances Category 2 116 km
2000 Gordon Category 1 207 km
1999 Irene Category 1 171 km
1998 Georges Category 2 258 km
1995 Erin Category 1 183 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

575 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 12 fatalities, 201 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 17, 1985 EF3 46 km 2
Jan 24, 1979 EF3 84 km 0
Oct 31, 1958 EF3 90 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 47 km 0
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 85 km 0
Jan 16, 2022 EF2 47 km 0
Jan 17, 2016 EF2 73 km 2
Jan 17, 2016 EF2 61 km 0
Jan 9, 2016 EF2 37 km 0
Jun 21, 2006 EF2 11 km 0
Apr 4, 1993 EF2 9 km 0
Jul 23, 1989 EF2 37 km 0
Nov 4, 1988 EF2 37 km 0
Aug 9, 1986 EF2 34 km 0
Dec 12, 1983 EF2 41 km 0
Feb 2, 1983 EF2 90 km 1
Jun 17, 1982 EF2 60 km 1
Jun 17, 1982 EF2 89 km 0
Jun 18, 1972 EF2 53 km 0
Jun 18, 1972 EF2 52 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BALSA (16,278 ac, 2007).

Year Name Acres Distance
2007 BALSA 16,278 99 km
1990 UNNAMED 16,253 98 km
1986 UNNAMED 16,145 31 km
1991 UNNAMED 14,572 16 km
1999 UNNAMED 12,935 19 km
1999 UNNAMED 12,527 15 km
2004 UNNAMED 9,397 19 km
2006 UNNAMED 9,045 18 km
1999 UNNAMED 8,800 19 km
1989 UNNAMED 8,636 93 km
2004 UNNAMED 8,516 27 km
1993 UNNAMED 8,494 27 km
2008 UNNAMED 8,268 34 km
1992 UNNAMED 7,529 22 km
1999 UNNAMED 7,415 37 km
2017 LEE WILLIAMS RD 7,288 95 km
2007 MIDDLE OF NOWHERE 7,238 44 km
1999 UNNAMED 6,951 26 km
2020 36TH AVE SE 6,550 93 km
2004 UNNAMED 6,537 28 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in
February 63°F (17°C) 2.5 in Coldest
March 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in
April 72°F (22°C) 1.5 in Driest
May 77°F (25°C) 3.5 in
June 81°F (27°C) 8.2 in
July 84°F (29°C) 7.5 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 8.2 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 7.0 in
October 77°F (25°C) 2.8 in
November 70°F (21°C) 1.9 in
December 65°F (19°C) 1.8 in

Punta Gorda has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 63°F in February to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.2") and April the driest (1.5").

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Punta Gorda is located in Charlotte County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 40.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 20% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. 15.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 66.7% of the vote, a 34-point margin. 93.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 8 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 537 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 73% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 32.7%

Winner: Republican by 34 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
Traffic Accidents1,453
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.5%
20% above US avg
High School+96.1%
Graduate Degree+15.9%
School Test Score5.82
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density1,287/sq mi
Total Area21.0 sq mi
CountyCharlotte County County

Services

Broadband Access93.7%
Avg Download Speed103.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed8.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations9
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities537
Restaurants317
Retail Stores617

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home18.6%
Average costs for common services in Punta Gorda. 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)
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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$862
Toddler$779
Preschool$745
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$996
Toddler$931
Preschool$823
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Charlotte County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 10,063 659 $37,458 1.80
Health Care & Social Assistance 9,874 630 $67,892 1.23
Accommodation & Food Services 7,682 389 $29,917 1.51
Construction 5,465 957 $58,352 1.86
Professional & Technical Services 3,033 716 $89,094 0.78
Administrative & Waste Services 2,647 499 $50,889 0.80
Other Services 1,966 450 $42,659 1.17
Transportation & Warehousing 1,558 115 $59,759 0.66
Arts & Entertainment 1,189 90 $28,565 1.26
Finance & Insurance 1,186 284 $91,612 0.52
Real Estate 1,048 387 $49,858 1.21
Manufacturing 1,025 156 $61,131 0.22
Wholesale Trade 1,008 180 $77,826 0.46
Educational Services 416 54 $40,400 0.36
Information & Technology 378 87 $64,994 0.36
Agriculture & Forestry 286 37 $39,142 0.63
Management of Companies 256 37 $100,567 0.27
Mining & Oil/Gas 113 8 $66,343 0.53
Unclassified 77 117 $56,693 0.99
Utilities 67 15 $56,480 0.31

Hospitals in Punta Gorda

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
SHOREPOINT HEALTH PUNTA GORDA Acute Care Hospitals 2/5 Yes (941) 639-3131

Schools in Punta Gorda

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
CHARLOTTE HIGH SCHOOL High 1,994 86 23.2:1
PUNTA GORDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle 1,120 58 19.3:1
EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 761 44 17.3:1
SALLIE JONES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 694 42 16.5:1
FLORIDA SOUTHWESTERN COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL (Charter) High 344 11 31.3:1
BAKER/HEAD START - 158 5 31.6:1
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Radio Stations near Punta Gorda

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
K-Star Talk Radio Network conservative talk, conspiracy theories MP3 128 kbps
New Wave Radio new wave MP3 128 kbps
99.9 Gator Country country AAC+ 64 kbps
WHPT 102.5 The Bone dave mishkin, hot talk AAC+ 49 kbps
WJIS The JOY FM - AAC+ 96 kbps

Campgrounds Near Punta Gorda

2 campgrounds found near Punta Gorda.

NameRatingSitesPrice
W.P. FRANKLIN SOUTH RECREATION AREA 4.9/5 2 $35
W.P. FRANKLIN N 4.8/5 39 $30, $35

National Parks Near Punta Gorda

16 national parks and monuments found near Punta Gorda.

ParkTypeFee
Alafia River State Park State Park Free
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
Little Manatee River 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 Punta Gorda

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MILITARY HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1200 WEST RETTA EPLANADE UNIT 489415759002$284,377
USEPPA ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2392839600$179,555
BOCA GRANDE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION170 PARK AVE9419641600$72,485
OLD PUNTA GORDAHISTORY MUSEUM9416396774$54,862
PUNTA GORDA HISTORY CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM$511
BLANCHARD HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9415757518
BOCA GRANDE LIGHTHOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION9419640060
CHARLOTTE COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CHARLOTTE PERFORMING ART CENTERART MUSEUM9416371845
FLORIDA WARBIRDS EAA WARBIRD SQUADRON 24GENERAL MUSEUM
GASPARILLA ISLAND MARITIME MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM190 1ST ST E9419644466
GASPARILLA ISLAND MARITIME MUSEUMSGENERAL MUSEUM9419644466
MUSEUM OF MILITARY MEMORABILIAGENERAL MUSEUM9415750401
NATURES WONDERLAND CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM
PEACE RIVER BOTANICAL & SCULPTURE GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
PUNTA GORDA HISTORIC MURAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA GERMANIC GENEALOGY SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9416256443

Libraries in Punta Gorda

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
CHARLOTTE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY2050 FORREST NELSON BOULEVARD0.0664,115

Farmers Markets in Punta Gorda

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Boca Grande Farm & Fish Market305 Wheeler Road01/05/2018 to 04/27/2018Fri: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Charlotte Harbor Farmers Market22801 Bayshore Road11/16/2014 to 11/15/2015Sun: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;
North Port Farmers Market4970 city hall blvd.10/07/2016 to 04/28/2017Fri: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Punta Gorda Farmers Market209 taylor street01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Punta Gorda History Park Farmers Market501 Shreve St. (between W. Virginia Ave. & Henry St.)06/01/2014 to 09/01/2014Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Yes

Restaurants in Punta Gorda

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Brooklyn Joe's
Riviera Bar and Grill

Cafes in Punta Gorda

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Penny's

Golf Courses in Punta Gorda

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Saint Andrews South Golf Club

Nursing Homes in Punta Gorda

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
LIFE CARE CENTER OF PUNTA GORDA
450 SHREVE STREET
For profit - Partnership 180 129 3/5 - 3/5 5/5 9416398771

Pharmacies in Punta Gorda

9 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 406 2400 TAMIAMI TRAIL 941-639-1144
PSC MEDSUPPLY LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY 204 EAST MCKENZIE STREET 941-575-2407
PUBLIX - 00266 2310 TAMIAMI TRAIL 941-575-6369
PUBLIX - 00391 3941 TAMIAMI TRAIL 941-637-1217
SWEETBAY SUPERMARKET 10175 TAMIAMI TRAIL 941-833-0405
THE MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY 615 CROSS STREET 941-505-1095
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 778 5001 TAYLOR ROAD 941-637-8838
WALGREENS - 5017 3795 TAMIAMI TRAIL 941-505-8882
WINN-DIXIE - 741 27680 BERMONT ROAD 941-505-9553

EV Charging Stations in Punta Gorda

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Wawa - Tesla Supercharger26415 Indian Trail DriveTesla8TESLApublic
7Charge - Punta Gorda26920 Jones Loop Rd7CHARGE4CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
AMENITY CAMPUS LEFT43061 Greenway BlvdChargePoint Network2J1772public
AMENITY CAMPUS RIGHT43061 Greenway BlvdChargePoint Network2J1772public
CSG EV GRAND ISLE (1)3317 Sunset Key CirChargePoint Network1J1772public
CSG EV GRAND ISLE DUAL3317 Sunset Key CirChargePoint Network2J1772public
FOUR POINTS PG STATION 133 Tamiami TrailChargePoint Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in Punta Gorda

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(ATC Bermont site) 5400 Bronco RoadTOWER127
2275 South Toledo Blade Blvd. (99095)LTOWER109
(Placida site) 5300 Linwood RoadTOWER102
17160 BURNT STORE RD (6796)GTOWER96
399 BAMBOO DR (6773)GTOWER92
(Grove City Site) 5060 PLACIDA RDTOWER91
6654 WEST PRICE BLVDTOWER91
6654 WEST PRICE BLVDTOWER91
5300 LINDWOOD RD (6772)LTOWER88
3501 Burnt Store Road (139851)LTOWER82
3501 Burnt Store Road (139851)LTOWER82
4550 Huntsville Ave (15363)LTOWER81
17200 N. TAIMIMI TRAIL (65049)LTOWER79
6961 Southwest County Road 769 (6799)LTOWER76
6961 Southwest CR 769 (6799)LTOWER76
4481 PLACIDA ROAD (65038)LTOWER63
(Murdock Site) 1175 MARKET CIRCLETOWER61
390 East Railroad (65039)LTOWER49
(Boca Grande site) 390 East Railroad AvenueTOWER49
390 East Railroad (65039)LTOWER49
7301 SAMVILLE RD (6849)MTOWER49
7301 SAMVILLE RD (6849)MTOWER49

Fire Stations in Punta Gorda

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Charlotte County Fire & EMS26571 Airport RDCareer941-833-5600
City of Punta Gorda Fire Department1410 Tamiami TRLMostly career941-575-5529

Power Plants Near Punta Gorda

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
BABCOCK SOLAR ENERGY CENTERBATTERIES; SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-81.7OP
BABCOCK PRESERVESOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-81.8OP
GREEN GAS-PORT CHARLOTTE LLCLANDFILL GAS221117-82.0OP

Bridges in Punta Gorda

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabPrestressed concrete1991937,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1986984,800F

Correctional Facilities in Punta Gorda

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
CHARLOTTE CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION33123 OIL WELL RDSTATE1,3441,291OPEN
CHARLOTTE COUNTY JAIL26601 AIRPORT RDCOUNTY640960OPEN
CROSSROADS HOPE ACADEMY45991 BERMONT ROADMULTI35OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Punta Gorda

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Port Charlotte, FL900 Kings HighwayBUS

Airports Near Punta Gorda

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Sarasota Bradenton International AirportSRQLarge Airport
Southwest Florida International AirportRSWLarge Airport
Naples Municipal AirportAPFMedium Airport
Page FieldFMYMedium Airport
Punta Gorda AirportPGDMedium Airport
Adana Airfield-Small Airport
Airport Manatee Airport-Small Airport
Alex’s Ultralight Flight Park-Small Airport
Alma Airport-Small Airport
Arcadia Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Avon Park Executive AirportAVOSmall Airport
Bald Eagle Airstrip-Small Airport
Berry Grove Airport-Small Airport
Bob Paul Airport-Small Airport
Bright Hour Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Bright Hour Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Brownville Airport-Small Airport
Buchan Airport-Small Airport
Buckingham Field-Small Airport
Carlton Ranch-Sidell Airport-Small Airport
Charlton Strip-Small Airport
Coral Creek Airport-Small Airport
Corkscrew Trace Airpark-Small Airport
Cotton Strip-Small Airport
Crews Homestead Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Duda Airstrip-Small Airport
Duette Training Facility Airport-Small Airport
Felda Airport-Small Airport
Flying H Airport-Small Airport
Flying L Airport-Small Airport
Greens Farm Field-Small Airport
Griffins Peace River Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Hennessy Airport-Small Airport
Hidden River Airport-Small Airport
Hummingbirds Landing-Small Airport
Immokalee Regional AirportIMMSmall Airport
J. H. Hendrie Farms Airport-Small Airport
Kings Port Airport-Small Airport
La Belle Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Lake Persimmon Airstrip-Small Airport
Lake Suzy Estates Airport-Small Airport
Last Chance Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Lykes Silver Lake Airport-Small Airport
Mc Donald's Field-Small Airport
Montgomery Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Ott's Landing Airport-Small Airport
Payson Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Pine Island Airport-Small Airport
Pine Shadows Airpark-Small Airport
Placid Lakes Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Punta Gorda

12 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Charlotte County Sheriff's Office7474 Utilities Road
Charlotte County Sheriff's Office - Corrections
Charlotte County Sheriff's Office - District 1
Charlotte County Sheriff's Office - Mid County
Charlotte County Sheriff's Office Community Policing Crime Prevention Office
Gulf Breeze Community Office
Lee County Sheriff's Office
Lee County Sheriff's Office Alpha North District
Major Terry Branscome Training Center25500 Airport Road
North Port Police Department
North Port Police Department4980 City Hall Boulevard
Punta Gorda Police Department

Grocery Stores in Punta Gorda

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Pgi MartConvenience Store1133 Bal Harbor Blvd

Treatment Centers in Punta Gorda

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Celadon Recovery CenterBoth239-880-3990
Charlotte Behavioral Healthcare IncBoth941-639-8300
Tri County Counseling and - Life Skills Center IncSubstance Abuse941-876-3060

DOL Wage Violations in Punta Gorda

36 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $155,200 in back wages owed to 361 employees.

36
Violations
$155,200
Back Wages Owed
361
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Phil's 41 - - 33950 - 1 $23,275 $629 37
Distinctive Build & Design - - 33982 - 1 $20,316 $1,563 13
Harpoon Harry's - - 33950 - 1 $17,966 $345 52
Palm Automotive - - 33950 - 1 $14,031 $2,339 6
Harbor Nissan - - 33980 - 1 $11,672 $432 27
The Perfect Caper - - 33950 - 1 $8,598 $614 14
Dean's South of the Border - - 33950 - 1 $8,013 $668 12
TIM BRADY CONCRETE - - 33982 - 1 $7,553 $328 23
Bohall's Total Comfort - - 33950 - 1 $5,231 $1,744 3
Subway #17196 - Subway 33950 - 3 $5,206 $473 11
Isles Yacht Club, Inc. - - 33950 - 1 $3,379 $1,126 3
Florida Tree & Ground Maintenance - - 33980 - 1 $3,203 $1,601 2
Punta Gorda Family Medical - - 33950 - 1 $3,122 $1,041 3
The Captain's Table - - 33951 - 1 $3,097 $86 36
Coral Ridge Auto & RV - - 33951 - 1 $2,833 $1,417 2
Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor - - 33980 - 1 $2,805 $58 48
Subway #33883 - Subway 33982 - 1 $2,526 $505 5
ANDREW J MURRAY, INC - - 33982 Landscaping Services 2 $2,168 $217 10
Dr. Nancy Hundt - - 33950 - 1 $1,563 $521 3
Circle K - - 33980 - 1 $1,286 $257 5
Kings Gate Golf Club - - 33980 - 2 $1,281 $128 10
Excavation Etc. - - 33982 - 1 $1,268 $423 3
The Palms of Punta Gorda - - 33950 - 1 $1,159 $290 4
Visiting Angels SW Gulf Coast FL - - 33950 - 1 $866 $217 4
AUE Construction Group - - 33982 - 1 $750 $750 1
Andrew J Murray Inc - - 33950 - 1 $611 $204 3
ISS Action - - 33982 - 1 $229 $46 5
Porto Bello's at Latitudes - - 33955 - 1 $219 $44 5
Penny's Diner & Speakeasy - - 33950 - 1 $203 $203 1
Helping Hands SW FL - - 33950 - 1 $165 $82 2
IGONET. LLC - - 33950 - 1 $156 $156 1
Village Fish Market Restaurant and Lounge - - 33950 - 1 $119 $40 3
Subway #51606 - Subway 33980 - 1 $118 $118 1
Harbor Neurosurgical Associates - - 33950 - 1 $80 $80 1
Morgans Cafe - - 33980 - 1 $73 $73 1
Tee-Off-Temps, Inc. - - 33950 - 1 $60 $60 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Punta Gorda

36 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHABAD OF BABCOCK RANCH - CHARLOTTE COUNTY INC17553 SILVERSPUR DR
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY BIBLE PLACE662 COOPER ST
CHURCH OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD INC401 W HENRY ST
CITY CHURCH OF GOD 9946901 ANSIN ST
DAVID MOERSCHEL EVANGELISTIC ASSOCIATION117 ANGOL ST
DEEP CREEK COMMUNITY CHURCH INC1500 COOPER ST
EASTSUDE BAPTIST CHURCH12091 LAMONTIER DR
FAITH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP INTERNATIONAL CHURCH INCPO BOX 1087
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PUNTA GORDA459 GILL ST
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF PUNTA GORDA INC4124 TAYLOR RD
FIRST MACEDONIA MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH INC411 E CHARLOTTE AVE
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF PUNTA GORDA25250 AIRPORT RD
GILGAL INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES INC23072 BAYSHORE RD APT 4
HARBOR BREEZE BAPTIST17376 MALARKY LN
IKE AND CINDY COOL MINISTRIES INC3805 SABA CT
JOHN STONE MINISTRIES INC26273 LANCER LN
LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE CROSS2300 LUTHER RD
NEW APOSTOLIC CHURCH OF FORT MYERS NORTH FL7239 N PLUM TREE
NEW LIFE FAMILY MINISTRIES INC28330 BERMONT RD
NEW LIFE IN CHRIST CHURCH INC507 W MARION AVE
PALM VIEW BAPTIST CHURCH6600 CLEVELAND DR
PEACE RIVER BAPTIST ASSOCIATION30275 BEECH RD
PORT CHARLOTTE EDUCATIONAL BROADCASTING FOUNDATION INC3279 SHERWOOD RD
POWER OF GOD MINISTRIES INC458 SANTIGUAY ST
PRAYING THROUGH MINISTRIES INC10007 WINDING RIVER RD
PUNTA GORDA ALLIANCE CHURCH OF THE CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIANCE7500 FLORIDA ST
REAL LIFE CHURCH INC204 E MCKENZIE ST UNIT D
RESTORATION CHURCH31780 WASHINGTON LOOP RD
SBSELF MINISTRIES INC901 DON JUAN CT
SOUTHPOINT CHURCH OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA INC25404 BABETTE CT
ST HANS MINISTRY EXCHANGE INC287 COLDEWAY DR
TEMPLE BETH-EL OF PUNTA GORDA INC2818 DON QUIXOTE DR
TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH11234 ROYAL RD
V VETS INITIATIVE INC3900B ROSEMARY DR
WIND AND FLAMES INC17704 PALMETTO PASS LN
WORD EMPOWERMENT KINGDOM CENTER INC26437 COPIAPO CIR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Punta Gorda

What is the population of Punta Gorda?

Punta Gorda has a population of 19,886 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 1,287 people per square mile, spread across 21.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 66.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Punta Gorda expensive to live in?

Punta Gorda 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 $79,291, 6% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $482,300 (71% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,235 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Punta Gorda safe?

Punta Gorda is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 88 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,359 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Punta Gorda receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Punta Gorda?

Punta Gorda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Punta Gorda?

The job market in Punta Gorda is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,040. There are 5,918 business establishments in the area, including 317 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 18.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Punta Gorda?

The median home value in Punta Gorda is $482,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,468. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,235. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 83.1%. The average annual property tax is $7,581.

How are the schools in Punta Gorda?

Schools in Punta Gorda score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 40.5% of adults in Punta Gorda hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. 15.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Punta Gorda?

The obesity rate in Punta Gorda is 31.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 13.3% of adults are smokers. 20.4% are physically inactive. 19.5% of residents report depression. 12.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 83.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,610.

What is transportation like in Punta Gorda?

The average commute in Punta Gorda is 27 minutes. 73% of workers drive alone to work, and 18.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Punta Gorda?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Punta Gorda is 89.2% White, 3.7% Black or African American, 1.4% Hispanic or Latino. 93.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.6% speak Spanish. 12.1% of the population are military veterans. 20.7% of residents have a disability. 95.1% have health insurance coverage.

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