Punta Gorda, FL
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 15,715 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Located in Charlotte County, Punta Gorda is southeast of Sarasota and north of Naples.
Cultural Attractions
Historic Downtown Punta Gorda features antique shops, restaurants, art galleries, and more.
Recreation
Gilchrist Park, a portion of which borders Charlotte Harbor, contains such amenities as a fishing pier, tennis courts, picnic areas, and a small beach area.
Historical
Spanish conquistador Juan Ponce de Leócent mark!!»n landed in the Charlotte Harbor area in the 16th century.
Economy
Shipping, particularly of fish and vegetables, is a major industry in this city.
| Population [details] | 15,715 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 31.8% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 91.02 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 36.20% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 62.65 °F/40.65 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 90.15 °F/70.65 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 56.50 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 37 |
| Cost of living [details] | 95.5 |
| State sales tax | 6.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Jacksonville (233.45 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | SOUTHWEST FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL (32.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Sporting events, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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