Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 59.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
| Below Poverty | 9.1% ▼ 9% below avg |
| College Grads | 37.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.7% ▲ 15% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,790 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 43,598 (31.2%) |
| Some College | 20,868 (14.9%) |
| Associates | 21,523 (15.4%) |
| Bachelors | 15,160 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 36,808 (26.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,256 ▼ 11% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $307,380 ▲ 10% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,329/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 101,348 |
| Vacant Units | 22,280 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Charlotte County is located in Florida and encompasses 16 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 178,051 residents. With a median age of 59.17, it is an older county.
Charlotte County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $68,256 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.7%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 9.1% is near the national average.
Housing in Charlotte County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $307,380 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,328. Homeownership rates are high at 83.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Charlotte County are primarily White (81.48%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Charlotte County, FL is a solidly middle-class area in Florida. The 16 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33946 | Placida | 2,745 | $93,466 | $626,500 | $870 | 0.9% | 54.4% |
| 33948 | Port Charlotte | 18,732 | $60,788 | $279,500 | $1,384 | 7.9% | 29.8% |
| 33952 | Port Charlotte | 33,991 | $56,117 | $224,900 | $1,249 | 7.0% | 30.4% |
| 33953 | Port Charlotte | 7,018 | $77,227 | $332,200 | $1,817 | 6.1% | 45.8% |
| 33954 | Port Charlotte | 11,604 | $83,081 | $304,000 | $1,830 | 4.5% | 39.4% |
| 33981 | Port Charlotte | 14,468 | $71,266 | $355,600 | $1,198 | 1.3% | 38.7% |
| 33950 | Punta Gorda | 24,492 | $74,484 | $393,500 | $1,192 | 5.3% | 48.0% |
| 33955 | Punta Gorda | 10,503 | $76,733 | $321,500 | $1,559 | 4.7% | 41.2% |
| 33980 | Punta Gorda | 13,235 | $61,871 | $221,200 | $1,216 | 5.5% | 30.2% |
| 33982 | Punta Gorda | 12,543 | $68,514 | $285,400 | $1,104 | 4.9% | 34.2% |
| 33983 | Punta Gorda | 18,230 | $67,705 | $324,100 | $1,357 | 8.6% | 33.8% |
| 33947 | Rotonda West | 10,490 | $73,453 | $352,300 | $1,359 | 3.1% | 42.6% |