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Lake Jackson, TX vs Punta Gorda, FL

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Are people in Punta Gorda older or younger than people in Lake Jackson?
- The Median Age in Punta Gorda is 31.4 years older than in Lake Jackson.

Are housing costs cheaper in Punta Gorda or Lake Jackson?
- Punta Gorda housing costs are 64.5% more expensive than Lake Jackson housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Punta Gorda or Lake Jackson?
- The average commute for residents of Punta Gorda is 5.6 minutes longer than it is for residents of Lake Jackson.

Things to do in Lake Jackson?
Lake Jackson, TX is a charming town located just outside Houston that sits on more than 3200 acres of sparkling blue waters filled with abundant wildlife & lined by scenic trails perfect for jogging or biking; this idyllic spot lures travelers near & far each year who enjoy fishing in the lake or exploring the vast array of parks surrounding this tranquil slice of paradise!

Things to do in Punta Gorda?
Punta Gorda, FL is a delightful city southwest of Sarasota boasting several spectacular sights such as Fishermen's Village displaying its unique environment or Laishley Park great for recreational activities; they hold vibrant events like Seafood & Music Festival each March.

 Lake Jackson, TXPunta Gorda, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock19,230329,725,481
 Median Income$86,782  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock65.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$236,400  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time20.37  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Lake Jackson    2 Reviews

Lake Jackson is a really nice place to raise a family. The schools are great in this part of the Brazosport area school district. The town has a lot of white collar  More

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Lake Jackson is an okayish place to grow up, but it is absolutely deadly for an adult. There's nothing there except chemical companies, cattle, and prison farms.   More

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Reviews for Punta Gorda    15 Reviews

When we were visiting different cities in Florida, we quickly realised that Punta Gorda is the friendliest gulf coast town in south Florida BY FAR! My wife and I bought  More

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I haven't lived in Punta Gorda, so I'm not sure about every nook and cranny of the place, however I did visit for about a month during the winter and about another 2  More

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Over 8 years ago

We have lived here for six years and enjoy it very much. One gets used to the summers but they are uncomfortable. The fishing is pretty good - used to be much better.  More

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