Living in Collier County, Florida

Collier County is a county in Florida with a population of around 357,305, part of the Naples-Marco Island, FL MSA metro area. The main communities are Marco Island, Naples, Everglades City.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $3,826/month, significantly above the national average, with a median home price of around $603K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings very warm winters (highs around 77°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Collier County has older demographics, with a median age of 51 and a moderately educated workforce (36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.