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Punta Gorda, FL vs Parkland, FL

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Are people in Parkland older or younger than people in Punta Gorda?
- The Median Age in Parkland is 25.8 years younger than in Punta Gorda.

Are housing costs cheaper in Parkland or Punta Gorda?
- Parkland housing costs are 160.9% more expensive than Punta Gorda housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Parkland or Punta Gorda?
- The average commute for residents of Parkland is 1.7 minutes longer 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 Parkland?
Parkland FL sits at the edge of Everglades National Park well known for numerous active recreational activities including hiking trails, fishing spots plus boat tours available during warmer months!

 Punta Gorda, FLParkland, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock33,772329,725,481
 Median Income$68,923  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock39.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$388,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock3.2%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 Parkland    8 Reviews

Over 11 years ago

I am only 18 years old, but I have lived here for 10 years, more than half of my life. I attended Riverglades Elementary, Westglades middle, and Marjory Stoneman Douglas  More

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Over 11 years ago

Let's face it, South Florida has really gone downhill fast in the past 5-7 years. Maybe it was the economy crashing, maybe it was the influx of crazies and weirdos to  More

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Our family is from Chicago and we have been living here a year now. Our family settled in NE Parkland, which is considered the "older" section of town. I like it here!   More

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