Tampa

Cost of Living and Housing: Slightly above the national average, with historic homes, modern condos, and suburban developments. Homes start at $300,000.

Job Market: Finance, healthcare, technology, and tourism.

Demographics: A mix of young professionals, families, and retirees.

Attractions: Busch Gardens, Florida Aquarium, vibrant downtown.

Sought-After Neighborhoods:

• Hyde Park - Starting at $500,000
• Seminole Heights - Starting at $300,000
• Westchase - Starting at $400,000

St. Petersburg

Cost of Living and Housing: Similar to Tampa, with a mix of bungalows and luxury condos.

Job Market: Healthcare, retail, and technology.

Demographics: Retirees, young professionals, and artists.

Attractions: Salvador Dalí Museum, Fort De Soto Park.

Sought-After Neighborhoods:

• Old Northeast - Starting at $600,000
• Kenwood - Starting at $350,000
• Snell Isle - Starting at $800,000

Sarasota

Cost of Living and Housing: Higher than the national average due to its coastal location.

Job Market: Healthcare, tourism, and arts.

Demographics: Retirees, families, and professionals.

Attractions: Siesta Key Beach, Ringling Museum of Art.

Sought-After Neighborhoods:

• Downtown Sarasota - Starting at $500,000
• Lakewood Ranch - Starting at $400,000
• Siesta Key - Starting at $700,000

Venice

Cost of Living and Housing: Moderate cost of living, homes slightly below the national median.

Job Market: Healthcare, retail, and tourism.

Demographics: Predominantly a retirement community.

Attractions: Historic downtown, Venice Beach.

Sought-After Neighborhoods:

• Venetian Golf & River Club - Starting at $400,000
• Island of Venice - Starting at $500,000
• Pelican Pointe - Starting at $350,000

Punta Gorda

Cost of Living and Housing: On par with the national average. Homes start at $450,000.

Job Market: Healthcare, retail, and tourism.

Demographics: Mostly retirees.

Attractions: Fishermen's Village, Peace River Wildlife Center.

Cape Coral

Cost of Living and Housing: Above the national average. Homes start at $366,000.

Job Market: Construction, retail, healthcare.

Demographics: Families and retirees.

Attractions: Boating paradise, Sun Splash Family Waterpark.

Fort Myers

Cost of Living and Housing: Slightly above the national average. Homes start at $378,500.

Job Market: Healthcare, retail, education, tourism.

Demographics: Young professionals, families, and retirees.

Attractions: Edison & Ford Winter Estates, River District.

Naples

Cost of Living and Housing: High cost of living, luxury homes dominate the market.

Job Market: Tourism, healthcare, finance.

Demographics: Affluent retirees and professionals.

Attractions: Pristine beaches, luxury shopping, fine dining.