Cape Coral

Cape Coral, Florida Overview

With a composite score of 56.5/100 and a B+ grade, Cape Coral ranks #4 of 20 cities in Florida. Its strongest showing is in Safety (93/100), while Outdoor Access (28/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Cape Coral

The median household income in Cape Coral is $74,634, 4% above the statewide median of $71,516. The local unemployment rate of 3.4% is lower than the state’s 4.3%. Population grew 2.6% recently.

Safety in Cape Coral

Cape Coral’s violent crime rate of 121.1 per 100,000 is well below both the Florida rate of 384 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 913.1 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Cape Coral

Cape Coral has a cost of living index of 102.6 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $339,200. Median monthly rent is $1,751.

Health & Wellness in Cape Coral

The adult obesity rate in Cape Coral is 30.6% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 13.4%. Residents report an average of 15.5 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Florida ranks #36 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Cape Coral

Cape Coral has a high school graduation rate of 88%. With a student-teacher ratio of 23.1:1, class sizes tend to be larger than the national median. Per-pupil spending is $12,108. The city has 25 public schools serving 25,851 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Cape Coral

The annual average temperature in Cape Coral is 75.3°F. Summers average 82.4°F. Winters average 67.2°F. Annual precipitation is 51 inches.

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