Best Places to Live in Marco Island, Florida

Beach/resort town - South Gulf coast, 40 miles south of Fort Myers, on the western edge of the Everglades. March, December and February are the most pleasant months in Marco Island, while August and July are the least comfortable months.

Pros
Winter climate
Job growth
Attractive setting

Cons
Cost of living
Air service
Hurricane risk

$1,100,000

950 Sundrop Ct
Bed 4 | Bath 5 | 2019 SqFt

$1,600,000

1244 Martinique Ct
Bed 3 | Bath 2 | 1532 SqFt

$949,999

808 Amazon Ct
Bed 3 | Bath 2 | 2027 SqFt

What Bert Has To Say About Naples-Immokalee-Marco Island Metro Area

Naples, an upscale residential enclave with beaches and a variety of activities, serves more year-round and winter residents than vacationing tourists. There are many golf courses and golf-course developments with upscale housing and shopping areas. The area is generally attractive and has a relaxed, modern feel. Job growth is among the highest in the state and educational attainment is among the best, but commercial activity is mainly related to supporting the area’s residents.

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QUICK FACTS

Real Estate: For Sale
Country: United States
State: Florida
County: Collier County
Metro Area: Naples-Immokalee-Marco Island Metro Area
Political Ideology: Somewhat conservative

Schools: See Local Schools

City: Marco Island
Zip Codes: 34145
Time zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Elevation: 15 ft above sea level

Highlights

ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Marco Island is 3.5% (U.S. avg. is 3.7%). Recent job growth is Positive. Marco Island jobs have increased by 0.9%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Marco Island's cost of living is 41.4% higher than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Marco Island's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

March, December and February are the most pleasant months in Marco Island, while August and July are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

Collier county voted Republican in the previous five Presidential elections. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Marco Island's population is 17,561 people. Since 2010, it has had a population growth of 5.9%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 19.8 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Marco Island is $548,100. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 6.0%. Check out the homes in the area

SCHOOLS

Marco Island public schools spend $11,167 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 15.1 students per teacher in Marco Island. More Education

Best Places to Live in Marco Island Rankings

#3	Hurricane Hotspots
#37	America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
#53	2005 Best Places to Live
#88	Best Green Cities

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Housing Market in Marco Island

It's a good time to buy in Marco Island. Home Appreciation is up 6.0% in the last 12 months. Browse Marco Island Real Estate

The median home price in Marco Island is $548,100. Browse Homes in this Range.

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Reviews for Marco Island 2 Reviews

Great Place to Retire To - 2/23/2017
We moved here upon retirement and have been delighted with our new community. With canals crisscrossing the entire island, most homesites are on the water, and we enjoy... Read More

Kathryn | Marco Island, FL | Reply | No Replies

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Outsiders not welcomed at Marco Island - 7/3/2016
I have been coming to Marco Island for the past couple of years to spend the 4th of July with my family in this beautiful city, but never again. From what we learned... Read More

Ernie | Homestead, FL | Reply | 5 Replies

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ZIP CODES IN MARCO ISLAND, FLORIDA

34145

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NEW LISTINGS IN MARCO ISLAND

$1,100,000
950 Sundrop Ct
Bed 4 | Bath 5

$1,600,000
1244 Martinique Ct
Bed 3 | Bath 2

$949,999
808 Amazon Ct
Bed 3 | Bath 2

$3,300,000
483 Clifton Ct
Bed 5 | Bath 6

$899,000
400 S Barfield Dr
Bed 5 | Bath 3

$1,750,000
430 Cottage Ct
Bed 4 | Bath 4

$1,325,000
941 Ruby Ct
Bed 3 | Bath 2

United States / Florida / Naples-Immokalee-Marco Island Metro Area / Collier County / Marco Island / Zip Codes