Lely, FL is a small, scenic town located in Collier County. With a population of 3,530 and a population density of 3,061 people per square mile, Lely has become an attractive area for those who enjoy quiet living but easy access to nearby cities. Local businesses include a craft brewery and taproom called Momentum Brewhouse, as well as a few galleries and antique stores. In addition to these businesses there are plenty of outdoor activities in the area such as fishing at one of the many nearby lakes or rivers, camping, nature walks in Big Cypress National Preserve and even golfing at the award-winning Tiburón Golf Club. Other organizations include a library with free book programs for children and young adults as well as the Naples Players community theater group. For sports enthusiasts there are local baseball games hosted by the Everglades City Marlins at Everglades City Field every summer.
The population in Lely is 3,530. There are 2,573 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Lely is 66, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Lely is 1.9, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Lely
- 58.8% are married
- 16.9% are divorced
- 18.2% are married with children
- 3.1% have children, but are single
Race in Lely
- 90.0% are White
- 0.7% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 9.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander