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Sanibel, FL

Florida · Charlotte County · Punta Gorda Metro

Sanibel is a small city in Florida with a population of 6,402. Residents earn $122,730 per year, which is 63% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
6,402 Population 396/sq mi density
$122,730 Median Income $119,917 per capita
$912,200 Home Value $803,742 Zillow
$747 Median Rent 23.0% income on rent
75°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
40 Violent Crime/100K 598 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$122,730 median income, 2.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$912,200 home value, $747/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
40 violent crimes/100K (90% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
61.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $122,730
63% higher than US avg
Home Value $912,200
224% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 40/100K
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 61.6%
83% higher than US avg
Median Rent $747
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.8%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,402
Median Age68.2 yrs
Density396/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$122,730
Per Capita$119,917
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$9,770M
Commute21 min

Housing

C
Home Value$912,200
Rent$747
Ownership91.6%
Zillow$803,742
Housing Units8,475
Rent Burden23.0%

Crime

F
Violent40/100K
Property598/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault40/100K
Burglary40/100K

Health

Obesity25.8%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking8.6%
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain57.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation1 ft (0 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+61.6%
High School+98.9%
Graduate+28.1%
School Score5.82

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 33%
Commute21 min
Broadband93.4%
EV Stations2
Libraries4

Is Sanibel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sanibel 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, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Sanibel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sanibel is $122,730, which is significantly higher than the national average / 63% above $75,149. This places Sanibel among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sanibel is $912,200, making it a premium housing market at 224% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $747 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Sanibel is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 40 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 598 per 100,000, 69% below the national average.

Education

Sanibel is a highly educated community / 61.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Sanibel 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 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sanibel has a population of 6,402 with a density of 396 people per square mile, spread across 33.3 square miles. The median age is 68.2 years, 75% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54% female and 46% male. The city is predominantly White (95.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.6% of residents. 7.1% of the population are veterans. 11.2% of residents have a disability. 98.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,402
Total Population
396
People / sq mi
68.2yrs
Median Age
75% above US avg
33.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Sanibel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish 4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sanibel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sanibel is $122,730, which is 63% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $119,917 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,040, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% 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 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 29.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sanibel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$122,730
63% above US avg
Per Capita Income$119,917
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$84,200
Gini Index0.451 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% 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 Rate0.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Drive Alone53.7%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home29.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Sanibel is $912,200, 224% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $803,742, lower than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 91.9% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $747 (36% below 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. 91.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 8,475 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1983. The average annual property tax is $7,581 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 23.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$912,200
224% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$803,742
Median List Price$999,777

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$999,777
$/Sq Ft$597
Homes Sold36
Sale-to-List Ratio91.9%
Price Drops26.1%
Inventory402

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$747
36% below US avg
Rent Burden23.0%

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

Homeownership91.6%
Owner-Occupied91.6%
Renter-Occupied8.4%
Housing Units8,475
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,581
117% above US avg
Effective Rate0.83%
In Sanibel, 25.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.4% of residents, below the national average. 26.3% have high blood pressure. 8.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 19.4% report binge drinking. 15.5% are physically inactive, below the national average. 19.4% report depression. 15.2% experience frequent mental distress. 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 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.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.8%
20% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.2%
Cancer8.5%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.6%
39% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity15.5%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress9.7%
Short Sleep31.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,610
Dentists1:1,876
Mental Health1:796
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits70.3%
Premature Death9,589/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access83.4%
Healthcare Facilities537
Sanibel has a violent crime rate of 40 per 100,000 residents, 90% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 39.9 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 598 per 100,000, 69% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 558, burglary at 40, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 33 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Sanibel receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent39.9/100K
90% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault39.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property598.0/100K
69% below US avg
Burglary39.9/100K
Theft558.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)33
Traffic Accidents65
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Sanibel 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 57.4 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 1 feet, near sea level.

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)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1 ft (0 m)
Area33.3 sq mi (86.1 km²)
Population Density396/sq mi
Coordinates26.4510°N, 82.1057°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyCharlotte County County
Nearest AirportSouthwest Florida International (RSW)
19 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.4"
51% above US avg
Wettest Month (Aug) 9.06"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.61"

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

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Milton Category 4 111 km
2024 Helene Category 4 287 km
2024 Debby Category 1 256 km
2023 Idalia Category 4 263 km
2022 Ian Category 5 29 km
2022 Nicole Category 1 220 km
2021 Elsa Category 1 110 km
2020 Eta Category 1 193 km
2017 Irma Category 4 49 km
2016 Matthew Category 4 276 km
2005 Rita Category 4 268 km
2005 Katrina Category 3 142 km
2005 Wilma Category 3 73 km
2005 Dennis Category 3 252 km
2004 Charley Category 4 19 km
2004 Jeanne Category 3 148 km
2004 Frances Category 2 156 km
2000 Gordon Category 1 227 km
1999 Irene Category 1 153 km
1998 Georges Category 2 208 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

375 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 9 fatalities, 152 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 17, 1985 EF3 79 km 2
Oct 9, 2024 EF2 26 km 0
Jan 16, 2022 EF2 12 km 0
Jan 17, 2016 EF2 99 km 0
Jan 9, 2016 EF2 15 km 0
Jun 21, 2006 EF2 59 km 0
Apr 4, 1993 EF2 58 km 0
Jul 23, 1989 EF2 32 km 0
Nov 4, 1988 EF2 32 km 0
Aug 9, 1986 EF2 21 km 0
Dec 12, 1983 EF2 89 km 0
Jun 17, 1982 EF2 67 km 1
Jun 18, 1972 EF2 3 km 0
Jun 18, 1972 EF2 51 km 0
Jun 18, 1972 EF2 20 km 0
Dec 3, 1971 EF2 64 km 0
Dec 3, 1971 EF2 79 km 0
Dec 3, 1971 EF2 84 km 0
Mar 3, 1971 EF2 12 km 0
Feb 3, 1970 EF2 76 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: 116TH AVE SE (11) (29,269 ac, 2018).

Year Name Acres Distance
2018 116TH AVE SE (11) 29,269 72 km
2001 BEARISLAND 24,213 95 km
2009 DEEP FIRE 20,073 86 km
2013 HUCKABEE 19,723 89 km
2017 IPP 17 TRT 2 AIRPLANE RXS 19,112 98 km
2007 BALSA 16,278 63 km
1986 UNNAMED 16,145 59 km
1989 WALK IN 15,816 89 km
1991 UNNAMED 14,572 49 km
2000 49DOF68TH 14,362 68 km
1999 UNNAMED 12,935 55 km
2024 BICY TURNER RIVER RX FY24 12,896 99 km
1999 UNNAMED 12,527 49 km
1988 UNNAMED 11,531 92 km
2016 BIRDON 10,986 99 km
2009 TURNER ROUND 2 10,938 99 km
1989 UNNAMED 10,302 74 km
2004 UNNAMED 9,397 48 km
2006 UNNAMED 9,045 51 km
1999 UNNAMED 8,800 56 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) 2.9 in
April 72°F (22°C) 1.6 in Driest
May 77°F (25°C) 3.3 in
June 81°F (27°C) 8.5 in
July 83°F (28°C) 8.0 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 9.1 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 7.6 in
October 78°F (25°C) 2.9 in
November 71°F (22°C) 1.7 in
December 67°F (19°C) 1.6 in

Sanibel has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 64°F in February to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.1") and April the driest (1.6").

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Sanibel is located in Charlotte County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 61.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. 28.1% 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. 93.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 537 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 53.7% 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 Accidents65
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+61.6%
83% above US avg
High School+98.9%
Graduate Degree+28.1%
School Test Score5.82
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density396/sq mi
Total Area33.3 sq mi
CountyCharlotte County County

Services

Broadband Access93.4%
Avg Download Speed103.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed8.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities537
Restaurants317
Retail Stores617

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Drive Alone53.7%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home29.9%
Average costs for common services in Sanibel. 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

Schools in Sanibel

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
THE SANIBEL SCHOOL Elementary 289 22 13.1:1
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Radio Stations near Sanibel

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
101 SMOOTH JAZZ MELLOW MIX easy listening, mellow MP3 128 kbps
K-Star Talk Radio Network conservative talk, conspiracy theories MP3 128 kbps
99.9 Gator Country country AAC+ 64 kbps
Kingdom Star Radio bible, conservative talk MP3 128 kbps
Patriot Radio Classics conspiracy, conspiracy theories MP3

Campgrounds Near Sanibel

2 campgrounds found near Sanibel.

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 Sanibel

10 national parks and monuments found near Sanibel.

ParkTypeFee
Cayo Costa State Park State Park Free
Collier-Seminole State Park State Park 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
Myakka River State Park State Park Free
Oscar Scherer State Park State Park Free
Stump Pass Beach State Park State Park Free

Museums in Sanibel

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
BAILEY-MATTHEWS SHELL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2393952233$2,501,950
SHELL MUSEUM AND EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM3075 SANIBEL-CAPTIVA ROAD2393952233$2,501,950
LINCOLN MOTOR CAR HERITAGE MUSEUM AND RESEARCH FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM$490,033
FORT MYERS - BURROUGHS HOMEHISTORIC PRESERVATION2505 FIRST STREET2393379505$308,630
RAILROAD MUSEUM OF SOUTH FLORIDASCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM2392671905$231,851
SANIBEL HISTORICAL MUSEUM AND VILLAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION950 DUNLOP RD2394724648$208,535
CAPTIVA ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2394724648$195,936
USEPPA ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2392839600$179,555
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
BOTANICAL GARDENS AT SANIBEL MOORINGS RESORTARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER845 EAST GULF DRIVE
CHILDREN'S SCIENCE CENTER FLORIDASCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM9419970012
ESTERO ISLAND HISTORIC SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM161 BAY ROAD2394630435
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 TRUST FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION1609 HENDRY ST2399397278
MUSEUM OF ISLANDSGENERAL MUSEUM2392831525
MUSEUM OF THE ISLANDS SOCIETYGENERAL MUSEUM5728 SESAME2392831525
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 Sanibel

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LEE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM2345 UNION STREET0.02,763,925
FORT MYERS BEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY2755 ESTERO BLVD.0.0194,690
SANIBEL PUBLIC LIBRARY770 DUNLOP ROAD0.0120,138

Farmers Markets in Sanibel

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
Captiva Island Farmers Market at South Seas Resort5400 Plantation Road12/26/2017 to 04/03/2018Tue: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Fort Myers River District Farmers Market2000 West First Street01/05/2017 to 12/27/2018Thu: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Lakes Park Farmers Market7300 Gladiolus Drive10/05/2016 to 04/26/2017Fri: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Sanibel Island Farmers Market800 Dunlop Road10/02/2016 to 05/28/2017Sun: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Surfside Sunset MarketVeteran's Pkwy & Surfside Blvd01/01/2018 to 12/31/2018Tue: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;

Hotels in Sanibel

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blue Dolphin Cottages
Blue Dolphin Cottages
Sanibel Moorings
Shalimar Cottages & Motel

Restaurants in Sanibel

14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

400 Rabbits
Cheeburger Cheeburger
Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille
George and Wendy's Seafood Grill
Greenhouse Grill
Il Cielo
Lazy Flamingo
Matzaluna Pizza and Pasta
Over Easy Cafe
OverEasy Cafe
Sanibel Fresh
The Island Cow
The Waterfront Restaurant & Marina
Thistle Lodge

Cafes in Sanibel

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bailey’s Coffee Bar
Sanibel Bean
Sanibel Café
Sanibel Deli and Coffee Factory

Cinemas in Sanibel

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Island Cinemas

Veterinaries in Sanibel

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife CROW

Gas Stations in Sanibel

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chevron
Speedway

Banks in Sanibel

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of America
Wells Fargo

Shopping Malls in Sanibel

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Village Shops ans Executive Offices

Breweries in Sanibel

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Aaa Florida Vendingcontractor, carpentry, Brewers, Vending Machine Manufacturers, Wholesale Vending Machines, construct3112 Palm Ave2393344334, 2393321888
Hanger 41 Brew Club IncBrewers1539 Poinciana Ave
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

Pharmacies in Sanibel

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BARRIER ISLAND PHARMACY 1456 PERIWINKLE WAY 239-472-8866
CVS - 3441 2331 PALM RIDGE ROAD 239-472-1719
ISLAND HEALTH MART PHARMACY 2330 PALM RIDGE ROAD 239-472-6188

EV Charging Stations in Sanibel

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
OS MANAGED SAN CAP CHAMBER1159 Causeway BoulevardChargePoint Network2J1772public
ReMax of the Islands - Tesla Destination2400 Palm Ridge RdTesla Destination2TESLApublic

Cell Towers in Sanibel

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
10161 FRANKIE LANE DRIVE (6809)GTOWER93
10161 FRANKIE LANE DRIVE (6809)GTOWER93
701 OPRE AVE (6818)LTOWER68
701 OPRE AVELTOWER68
701 OPRE AVE (6818)LTOWER68
2222 Wulfert Road (88895)MTOWER45
2222 Wulfert Road (88895)MTOWER45

Fire Stations in Sanibel

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Sanibel Fire & Rescue District2351 Palm Ridge RDCareer239-472-5525

Bridges in Sanibel

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1995438,630G
SlabPrestressed concrete200257700G
CulvertConcrete199522510G
CulvertConcrete199525210G
FrameConcrete1988574F

Airports Near Sanibel

46 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Southwest Florida International AirportRSWLarge Airport
Naples Municipal AirportAPFMedium Airport
Page FieldFMYMedium Airport
Punta Gorda AirportPGDMedium Airport
Adana AirfieldSmall Airport
Alex’s Ultralight Flight ParkSmall Airport
Alma AirportSmall Airport
Arcadia Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Berry Grove AirportSmall Airport
Bob Paul AirportSmall Airport
Bright Hour Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bright Hour Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Buchan AirportSmall Airport
Buckingham FieldSmall Airport
Charlton StripSmall Airport
Coral Creek AirportSmall Airport
Corkscrew Trace AirparkSmall Airport
Cotton StripSmall Airport
Duda AirstripSmall Airport
Everglades AirparkSmall Airport
Felda AirportSmall Airport
Flying L AirportSmall Airport
Greens Farm FieldSmall Airport
Hennessy AirportSmall Airport
Hummingbirds LandingSmall Airport
Immokalee Regional AirportIMMSmall Airport
Kings Port AirportSmall Airport
La Belle Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Lake Suzy Estates AirportSmall Airport
Last Chance Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Lykes Silver Lake AirportSmall Airport
Marco Island Executive AirportMRKSmall Airport
Mc Donald's FieldSmall Airport
Montgomery Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Payson Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Pine Island AirportSmall Airport
Pine Shadows AirparkSmall Airport
Salty Approach AirportSmall Airport
Shell Creek AirparkSmall Airport
Sky Manor AirportSmall Airport
South Point AirportSmall Airport
Strayhorn Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Sundance Farms AirportSmall Airport
Venice Municipal AirportVNCSmall Airport
Wing South AirparkSmall Airport
Woodstock AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Sanibel

11 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Cape Coral Police Department1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral Police Department1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Fort Myers Police Department2210 Widman Way
Lee County Sheriff's Office
Lee County Sheriff's Office Alpha North District
Lee County Sheriff's Office Charlie West District
Lee County Sheriff's Office Corrections Bureau Jail
Lee County Sheriff's Office Echo Central District
Lee County Sheriff's Office Main
US Marshals Service
US Marshals Service

Grocery Stores in Sanibel

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7-eleven Store 17305BConvenience Store1521 Periwinkle Way
Jerry's Foods Sanibel 5626Supermarket1700 Periwinkle Way
Rebel 839Convenience Store2499 Palm Ridge Rd

Post Offices in Sanibel

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United Parcel ServicePalm Ridge Road

Treatment Centers in Sanibel

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Frankies Place Csl and Prev ServicesSubstance Abuse239-666-4545
SalusCare - Cape Coral CampusSubstance Abuse239-275-3222
SalusCare - Evans CampusBoth239-275-3222
SalusCare - Transitional Living Center (TLC)Substance Abuse239-338-2977
WhiteSands Alcohol and Drug Rehab - Fort MyersSubstance Abuse239-895-0610

DOL Wage Violations in Sanibel

18 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $395,799 in back wages owed to 146 employees.

18
Violations
$395,799
Back Wages Owed
146
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
The Island Cow SIGNIFICANT 33957 1 $222,433 $4,634 48
Timbers Restaurant & Fish Market 33957 1 $30,806 $4,401 7
Computing Options, Inc. 33957 1 $29,000 $29,000 1
Matzaluna 33957 1 $27,600 $5,520 5
The Mad Hatter 33957 1 $16,736 $1,674 10
Professional Providers 33957 1 $14,376 $14,376 1
Tipsy Turtle 33957 1 $10,909 $519 21
The Lazy Flamingo 2 33957 1 $10,679 $5,340 2
CVS Pharmacy CVS Health 33957 1 $9,024 $1,504 6
Mitchell's Sand Castles by the Sea 33957 1 $6,824 $569 12
West Wind Inn 33957 1 $5,769 $524 11
Traders 33957 1 $5,398 $1,350 4
Ellington's at the Sanibel Inn 33957 1 $3,080 $616 5
7-Eleven 7-Eleven Inc 33957 1 $1,576 $1,576 1
Normandie 33957 1 $777 $97 8
400 Rabbits 33957 1 $606 $606 1
Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille Sanibel 33957 1 $119 $59 2
East End Deli 33957 1 $87 $87 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sanibel

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BAT YAM TEMPLE OF THE ISLANDS INCPO BOX 84
BNAI ISRAEL & GREATER MIAMI YOUTH SYNAGOGUE INCPO BOX 1019
MISSIONARY ENTERPRISES INCPO BOX 1093
SANIBEL COMMUNITY CHURCH1740 PERIWINKLE WAY
SANIBEL CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST INC2050 PERIWINKLE WAY
SPOKEN WORD FOUNDATION1149 PERIWINKLE WAY 1
ST MICHAEL AND ALL ANGELS EPISCOPAL CHURCH2304 PERIWINKLE WAY

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sanibel

What is the population of Sanibel?

Sanibel has a population of 6,402 residents and is located in Florida. The population density is 396 people per square mile, spread across 33.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 68.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54% female and 46% male.

Is Sanibel expensive to live in?

Sanibel 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 $122,730, 63% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $912,200 (224% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $747 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Sanibel safe?

Sanibel is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 40 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 598 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Sanibel receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sanibel?

Sanibel 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 57.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Sanibel?

The job market in Sanibel is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / 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 21 minutes, and 29.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sanibel?

The median home value in Sanibel is $912,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $803,742. For renters, the median monthly rent is $747. Fair market rent is $1,296 for a 1-bedroom and $1,526 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 91.6%. The average annual property tax is $7,581.

How are the schools in Sanibel?

Schools in Sanibel score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 61.6% of adults in Sanibel hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. 28.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sanibel?

The obesity rate in Sanibel is 25.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 8.6% of adults are smokers. 15.5% are physically inactive. 19.4% of residents report depression. 7.5% lack health insurance. 83.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,610.

What is transportation like in Sanibel?

The average commute in Sanibel is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 53.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 29.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sanibel?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sanibel is 95.3% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 95.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.4% speak Spanish. 7.1% of the population are military veterans. 11.2% of residents have a disability. 98.3% have health insurance coverage.

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