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Cape Coral, FL vs Merritt Island, FL

CategoryCape Coral, FLMerritt Island, FL
Housing
VerdictThink twiceThink twice
Median Price$302K

Lower price

$340K
Median Rent$2K

Lower rent

$2K
Median Income$62K

Higher income

$60K
Price VolatilityHighModerate

More stable

Getting Around
Walk ScoreCar-dependentCar-dependent
Transit ScoreMinimal transitMinimal transit

Better transit

Bike Score44/100

More bikeable

N/A
Commute153 min75 min

Shorter commute

Safety & Environment
Safety GradeD+A

Safer

Violent CrimeModerateLow

Lower risk

Property CrimeModerateLow

Lower risk

Flood RiskLow

Lower risk

High
Air QualityModerateGood

Cleaner air

Community
Schools6.3/107.4/10

Better schools

Best for
RetireesFamilies with good school needsRemote workers who can rely on fiber
FamiliesRemote workersParks enthusiasts

Bottom line

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

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