Climate
The climate is mostly warm and sunny.
Geography
Cape Coral has more than 400 miles of canals.
Cultural Attractions
The city has a number of annual festivities, such as the Cape Coral Festival of the Arts, Cape Coral Sounds of Jazz, and Mango Mania.
Recreation
The Caloosahatchee River offers opportunities for bass fishing and water sports.
Historical
The Rosen brothers created the community and its canals about 40 years ago.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 148,409
- Population under 55:
- 69.7%
- Population over 55:
- 30.3%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Tampa
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Good
- Temperature:
- 90°F July High, 50°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $45,387
- Median home price:
- $86,916
- Average property tax:
- $698
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 12.5%
- High
- Cost of living:
- Average
Employment Projections
Education
K–12
- Elementary schools:
- 20
- Middle schools:
- 14
- High schools:
- 12
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 1
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 2
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 1/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 7/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 13/0
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 448
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