Captiva, FL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Lee County · Florida
Quick Stats
Population
129
2023 ACS
Median Income
N/A
2023
Median Home Value
N/A
2023
Median Rent
N/A
2023
Median Age
37.3
Unemployment
0.0%
Captiva is a city in Lee County, Florida, with a population of 129 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Captiva is one of the communities in Florida.
The unemployment rate is 0.0%, and the median age is 37.3 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
129
Male
55
42.6%
Female
74
57.4%
Median Age
37.3
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
41.9%
High School or Higher
57.4%
Foreign Born
27.9%
Veterans
0.0%
Married
58.1%
Avg Household Size
1.6
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.653
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
47.3%
Foreign Born
27.9%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
13.2%
17 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
86.8%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
129
English Only
86.8%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
17 speakers
Limited English
0.0%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
100.0%
Limited English Proficiency
0.0%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
70
#1 Ancestry
German
15.5% (20)
#2 Ancestry
Scottish
15.5% (20)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
12.4% (16)
Top 5 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
34
Family Households
34
100.0%
Married Couples
34
100.0%
Non-Family Households
0
0.0%
Avg Family Size
1.6
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
0
Grandparents Responsible
0
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
N/A
Per Capita Income
$34,184
-8% vs national
Poverty Rate
57.4%
+322% vs national
Gini Index
0.2725
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
0.0%
-100% vs national
SNAP Recipients
0.0%
of households
How Captiva Compares
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Captiva.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
0.0%
-100% vs FL avg
Labor Force
20
Employed
20
How People Get to Work
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
41.9%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
57.4%
of adults 25+
Median Age
37.3
Work from Home
70.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$91.1K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
The median household income in Captiva, FL is N/A. Per capita income is $34,184. The poverty rate of 57.4% is higher than the FL state average of 13.5%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.2725, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 0.0%, compared to the state average of 4.9%. The labor force is 20. 41.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 30.0% of workers drive alone to work.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$1,540,000
Median List Price
$2,000,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$876
Days on Market
2957
Active Inventory
51
Months of Supply
25.5
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$1,165,430
ZHVI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
50.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
90.0%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
2
New Listings
8
Pending Sales
4
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$876
Median List $/SF
$1,330
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Captiva, FL? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL metro area, home prices have risen 447.4% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 40.5%. The 10-year growth rate is 98.4%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 47.8%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index fell 5.7%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL housing market rather than Captiva alone.
Metro area: Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
N/A
Median Rent
N/A
Total Housing Units
1,308
Vacancy Rate
97.4%
Owner Occupied
100.0%
Renter Occupied
0.0%
Median Property Tax
N/A
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$3,630
Housing Types
The current median sale price in Captiva, FL is $1,540,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 2957 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 25.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $876. About 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1985. There are 1,308 total housing units.
Crime data is not yet available for Captiva. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.0
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
98.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
67.8
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
8.8
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
45
Public Assistance
$935.1M
Individual Assistance
$51.1M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
21 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | $19.5M | $4.5M |
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Helene → | Hurricane | Sep 2024 | $7.4M | $1.2M |
| Tropical Storm Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Idalia → | Hurricane | Aug 2023 | $1.4M | — |
| Tropical Storm Idalia → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2023 | — | — |
| Hurricane Nicole → | Hurricane | Dec 2022 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Nicole → | Tropical Storm | Nov 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | $484.9M | $43.6M |
| Tropical Storm Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Elsa → | Severe Storm | Jul 2021 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $184.2M | $6K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Aug 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | $128.6M | $191K |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Lehigh Acres (anna Ave. N.) Fire → | Fire | Apr 2017 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isaac → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | $33K | — |
Showing 20 of 49 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
48,441
Total Claims Paid
$3,942,349,979
Avg Claim Payout
$81,385
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
12
Federal Funding
$2,077,055
Properties Protected
8
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.12
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 202.2: Elevation of Private Structures - Coastal | 4 | $702,447 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 2 | $226,347 |
| 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 2 | $0 |
| 403.4: Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins | 1 | $0 |
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 1 | $107,626 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Captiva has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hurricane, lightning, coastal flood. The area has had 45 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (21 declarations). 48,441 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $935,149,470 in public assistance recovery funding. $51,122,030 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 12 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
33.7%
2.4pp below the national average
Depression Rate
17.5%
6.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
23.8%
11.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
11.5%
0.9pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
51.6%
Arthritis
47.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
18.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
19.5%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
13.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
17.5%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
43.9%
Mobility
28.4%
Cognitive
14.0%
Hearing
16.6%
Vision
9.9%
Self-Care
7.9%
Independent Living
12.7%
Captiva has an obesity rate of 33.7%, which is 2.4pp below the national average. The depression rate is 17.5%, 6.0pp below the national average. About 11.5% of adults lack health insurance. 86.4% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
12.9 mi
Park Royal Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Royal Hospital | 12.9 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Cape Coral Hospital | 17.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Lee Memorial Hospital | 20.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Gulf Coast Medical Center Lee Health | 22.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Shorepoint Health Punta Gorda | 30.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
14,784
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| ISLAND WATER ASSOCIATION | 14,784 | 0 |
There are 1 water system serving the area.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
30.0%
-62% vs national
Work From Home
70.0%
+653% vs national
Carpool
0.0%
How Captiva's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Captiva, FL covers travel times and transportation modes. 30.0% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 70.0% work from home, which is above the FL state average of 13.8%.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
100.0%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
100.0%
of households
No Internet
0.0%
of households
Total Households
34
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
100.0%
of households
Smartphone
100.0%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
100.0%
of households
Tablet
97.1%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-26% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-29% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.5¢
per kWh
-28% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$156
residential
+6% vs Under 10,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Florida averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $156. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Captiva vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
14,784
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISLAND WATER ASSOCIATION | Community | Ground water | 14,784 | 0 |
100.0% of households in Captiva have broadband internet access. 100.0% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 0.0% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 14,784 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Captiva is located in Lee County, FL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Captiva.
Election Overview
Source: Lee County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
139,240
35.5%
GOP Votes
250,661
63.9%
Total Votes
392,519
Margin
R+28.4%
Shift from 2020
R+9.2pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 139,240 | 250,661 | 392,519 | 35.5% | 63.9% | R+28.4 |
| 2020 | 157,695 | 233,247 | 393,899 | 40.0% | 59.2% | R+19.2 |
| 2016 | 124,725 | 191,141 | 325,797 | 38.3% | 58.7% | R+20.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Lee County recorded 392,519 total votes. Republicans won the county with 63.9% of the vote compared to 35.5% for Democrats, a margin of R+28.4%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+9.2pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Lee County has shifted 8.0 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
9
Total Assets
$89.3M
Total Income
$15.4M
Per 10K Residents
697.7
nonprofits
+219.4% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
5
Median Assets
$1.2M
Oldest Active
1997
ruling year
Newest Org
2018
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Largest Nonprofits in Captiva
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WESCUSTOGO FOUNDATION | Philanthropy | $77.9M | $11.2M | 2006 | |
| CEGWAY FOUNDATION INC | Philanthropy | $5.2M | $865K | 2018 | |
| NANOVIC FAMILY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPFUND | Education | $3.3M | $260K | 2006 | |
| USEPPA ISLAND VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY INC | Public Safety | $1.3M | $910K | 1997 | |
| CCA FOUNDATION INC | Environment | $1.1M | $2.0M | 2009 | |
| CAPTIVA ISLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY | Arts & Culture | $225K | $100K | 2012 | |
| CAPTIVA ISLAND PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION INC | Housing & Shelter | $210K | $72K | 2007 | |
| NEWLAND FOUNDATION INC | Philanthropy | $1 | $1 | 2002 |
Captiva, FL has 9 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $89.3M. The most common category is Philanthropy & Grantmaking, with 3 organizations. 5 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 697.7 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1997.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
5
Total Approved
$3.1M
Jobs Supported
4
Per 10K Residents
387.6
SBA loans
+311.7% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
4
Top Lender
Readycap Lending, LLC
2 loans
Top Industry
Information
Data Span
1995–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
4
Total Amount
$1.8M
Avg Loan
$454,700
Median Loan
$518,900
SBA Guaranteed
$1.4M(74%)
Jobs Supported
N/A
Loans
1
Total Amount
$1.2M
Avg Loan
$1,232,000
Median Loan
$1,232,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
1
20% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$1.2M
40% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$1,232,000
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Captiva Village Square, Llc | 1 | $1.2M |
| North Captiva Island Club | 1 | $731K |
| Delray Square Theatre | 1 | $650K |
| Captiva Island Store Inc. | 1 | $388K |
| Mccarthy's Marina Inc. | 1 | $50K |
Captiva, FL has received 5 SBA loans totaling $3.1M in approved funding between 1995 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 4 loans (80% of the total). The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 1 loans totaling $1.2M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Information. The most active SBA lender in Captiva is Readycap Lending, LLC with 2 loans. That works out to 387.6 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
3
Total Population
10,387
Avg Median Income
-$222,159,799
Avg Home Value
-$221,823,222
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33924 | 139 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 2.8 |
| 33956 | 3,846 | $64,539 | $284,800 | $2,259 | 16.3 |
| 33957 | 6,402 | $122,730 | $912,200 | $747 | 16.2 |
Captiva, FL has 3 ZIP codes with a combined population of 10,387. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$222,159,799. The average median home value is -$221,823,222. The average median monthly rent is -$222,221,220.
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