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Sanibel

#3 in Best Places to Raise a Family in Lee County
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Town in Florida
  • 13 reviews
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Overall Niche Grade
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  1. Public Schools
    B+
  2. Crime & Safety
    A-
  3. Housing
    C-
  4. Nightlife
    B
  5. Good for Families
    A-
  6. Diversity
    C
  7. Jobs
    A-
  8. Weather
    A
  9. Cost of Living
    C
  10. Health & Fitness
    B
  11. Outdoor Activities
    A
  12. Commute
    B+
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Sanibel is a town in Florida with a population of 7,128. Sanibel is in Lee County and is one of the best places to live in Florida. Living in Sanibel offers residents a suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Sanibel there are a lot of restaurants and parks. Many retirees live in Sanibel and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Sanibel are above average.
Population
7,128

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$705,900
National
$184,700
Median Rent
$1,502
National
$949
Area Feel
Suburban
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    15%
  • Own
    85%
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Crime & Safety

Crime & Safety
A-
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Assault
    40
    282.7
  • Murder
    0
    6.1
  • Rape
    26.6
    40.7
  • Robbery
    0
    135.5
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Burglary
    119.9
    500.1
  • Theft
    626.2
    2,042.8
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    0
    284
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Residents

Diversity
C
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Age
  • <10 years
    4%
  • 10-17 years
    5%
  • 18-24 years
    2%
  • 25-34 years
    4%
  • 35-44 years
    4%
  • 45-54 years
    9%
  • 55-64 years
    20%
  • 65+ years
    52%
Education Levels
National
  • Master's degree or higher
    30%
    12%
  • Bachelor's degree
    33%
    19%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    22%
    29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    12%
    28%
  • Less than high school diploma
    3%
    13%

Working in Sanibel

Jobs
A-
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$104,115
National
$55,322
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    Sanibel Reviews

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    Maybe I am biased because I've lived here my whole life, but I am truly in love with my island. Not only are we completely welcoming to tourists, but for anyone looking for a beautiful, close community to settle down in, I 100% suggest Sanibel. Our beaches our magical, our crime rates are ridiculously low ( we joke that our police officers are bored because they have nothing to do) and our nature is not comparable in beauty. For new families or those looking to find a forever home, just come to Sanibel!
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    This was truly one of the my favorite places I have ever been to. The beaches were absolutely amazing and best of all was there were not many people in the area I was at. The beaches were not crowded by any means, sometimes it was just myself and my family who were there. The sunset was the most spectacular thing to see setting over the water. The food in Sanibel was even better. Ever restaurant served fresh fish daily. Can not wait until I can go back, and hopefully stay longer!
    We have visited Sanibel twice, and have no desire to go anywhere else. It is wonderful. A couple of things before you arrive on island, make sure you shop in Ft Meyers at Publix first before you arrive. Buy all staples for the week if you plan on cooking at the condo. The store in Sanibel is well stocked but expensive. It will save your money for other things like dining out and souvenirs. The beaches are amazing, and there is a sandbar where the kids can go out and it never gets deeper than waist high for them which is wonderful. We like to go in the AM and collect shells, as it seems when the tide comes in and then goes out there are more varieties. I would recommend Sanibel to anyone with a family. Perfect place for sun and fun. The restaurants are amazing and we love the lighthouse restaurant