Port Charlotte is a city in the United States with a population of 67,293 people. The median age is 53. The median family size is 2.51. The median household size is 3.12. The city is home to a diverse community with a high percentage of children.
Port Charlotte is governed by Charlotte County. It is comprised of a 5-member county commission, which rotates its chair every year. Other elected officials serve on regional boards. In addition to the city government, there are numerous businesses and institutions located in the city. This city has a high level of tourism.
Port Charlotte has a humid subtropical climate. The climate is tropical, and the city borders the tropical wet and dry zone. Summers are hot and humid, and winters are mild with little precipitation. The average diurnal temperature change is about twenty degrees Fahrenheit.
Port Charlotte was developed by the General Development Corporation after World War II and grew to become the largest community in Charlotte County in the next two decades. Its economy is based on tourism, hospitality, and the fishing industry. The city has a moderately educated population, with about 36% of residents holding a High School diploma or having some college education.
Pt Charlotte has a low cost of living and a low-key, coastal lifestyle. The town's natural environment and wildlife make it an ideal place to live for families. It is also home to seven of Charlotte County's golf courses.