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Punta Gorda, FL vs Merritt Island, FL

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Are people in Merritt Island older or younger than people in Punta Gorda?
- The Median Age in Merritt Island is 15.1 years younger than in Punta Gorda.

Are housing costs cheaper in Merritt Island or Punta Gorda?
- Merritt Island housing costs are 11.6% more expensive than Punta Gorda housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Merritt Island or Punta Gorda?
- The average commute for residents of Merritt Island is 1.9 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Punta Gorda.

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.

Things to do in Merritt Island?
Merritt Island FL found Central Florida barrier close proximity tourist Disney World resorts eclectic mix wildlife landscapes everglade marshes

 Punta Gorda, FLMerritt Island, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock34,013329,725,481
 Median Income$68,923  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock50.138.4
 Avg. Home Price$388,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.5%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time25.97  Unlock26.38
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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Reviews for Merritt Island    5 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

It can get hot in the summer, but you get a breeze off the ocean most afternoons. If you live on the waterways, it seems to be a little cooler. Winters are  More

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Over 14 years ago

New to the area, but soon to know more. Florida is a sunshine state  More

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Over 17 years ago

Coming from Virginia, the Merritt Island architecture leaves a lot to be desired. Hurricane season (June - November) causes me a lot of  More

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