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West Melbourne, FL vs Punta Gorda, FL

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Are people in Punta Gorda older or younger than people in West Melbourne?
- The Median Age in Punta Gorda is 23.7 years older than in West Melbourne.

Are housing costs cheaper in Punta Gorda or West Melbourne?
- Punta Gorda housing costs are 5.4% less expensive than West Melbourne housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Punta Gorda or West Melbourne?
- The average commute for residents of Punta Gorda is 6.5 minutes longer than it is for residents of West Melbourne.

Things to do in West Melbourne?
West Melbourne is an incorporated city located in Brevard County, Florida featuring plenty of attractions such as exploring its multiple trails perfect for biking or jogging plus nearby Wickham Park offers stunning views great for outdoor activities. Additionally there are lots of locally owned stores and eateries providing unique items or delicious cuisine ideal for any budget during their stay here!

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.

 West Melbourne, FLPunta Gorda, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock19,230329,725,481
 Median Income$76,848  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock65.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$411,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.0%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.5  Unlock26.38
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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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