Port Charlotte

FL

Charlotte County, Florida

Population 201K |Median income $69,952 |3 hospitals

Population
201,064
Charlotte County
Median Income
$69,952
+3% vs avg
Median Home Value
$328,900
+44% vs avg
Median Age
59.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
201K+25%
Median Income
$69,952+58%
Median Home Value
$328,900+129%
Poverty Rate
9%-29%
Unemployment
5.4%-61%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,464/mo
Poverty Rate
9% -37% vs avg
Unemployment 5.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 27%
Work From Home 16.2%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 83.1%
African American 5.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.1%
Asian 1.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
45.1%
Short Sleep Duration
33.2%
Obesity
30.6%
Physical Inactivity
25.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.8%
Diabetes
15.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.3%
Current Smoking
12.8%
Binge Drinking
12.7%
Lack of Health Insurance
11.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 83.1%
Dental Visit 61.1%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease
10.7%
Current Asthma
9.5%
Stroke
5%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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0
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2
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1
Average Rating
1.7/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
3
SHOREPOINT HEALTH PUNTA GORDA
PUNTA GORDA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
HCA FLORIDA FAWCETT HOSPITAL
PORT CHARLOTTE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
Adventhealth Port Charlotte
PORT CHARLOTTE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Port Charlotte Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Big Bend Florida Counties Including Tallahassee

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Franklin, Liberty, and Wakulla Counties

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Liberty and Wakulla Counties in Florida

NOAA · 3h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Port Charlotte, FL? ▼
Port Charlotte, FL has a population of 201,064 people, located in Charlotte County, Florida.
What is the median household income in Port Charlotte? ▼
The median household income in Port Charlotte, FL is $69,952 per year. The poverty rate is 9%.
What is the median home value in Port Charlotte? ▼
The median home value in Port Charlotte, FL is $328,900. Median rent is $1,464/month.
What are the top health concerns in Port Charlotte? ▼
The top health indicators in Port Charlotte include High Blood Pressure (45.1%), Short Sleep Duration (33.2%), Obesity (30.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Port Charlotte? ▼
Port Charlotte has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 1.7/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Port Charlotte? ▼
The median age in Port Charlotte, FL is 59.9 years. 27% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Port Charlotte, FL is located in Charlotte County, Florida. With a population of 201K and a median household income of $69,952, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 1.7/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Port Charlotte area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Charlotte County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.