Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)
CAI 121 —
21% above the national average.
how it's computed
Housing88% above
Goods & services2% below
Utilities1% above
Taxes63% below
Insurance49% above
Commute cost0% below
No natural gas service in this area — most homes heat with electricity or propane.
For business: Florida is
CBII band 2/5
· time to build band 1/5.
See state page for the breakdown.
Living here
Nearest 4-year college25 mi
Nearest community college39 mi
Nearest technical college8 mi
High school graduates96.5%
College graduates41.7%
Doing business here
Economic development contacts, most local first:
city
Punta Gorda Economic Development
The City of Punta Gorda provides a gateway for Economic Development, Relocation, and Visitation, offering information for moving your business, living in Punta Gorda, or taking a Punta Gorda vacation.
state
Enterprise Florida
Florida-based economic development organization page offering business development, export resources, and international trade information, with contact details for a regional business development team.
state
Florida Economic Development Council
Florida Economic Development Council is a Florida-based economic development organization with a board of directors and staff, offering membership, advocacy, events, and professional development for Florida's economic development professionals.
State sales taxYes
State income taxNone
Right-to-work stateYes