Marco Island Florida is known as a world-class resort destination surrounded by mangrove islands, miles and miles of pristine white sand beach, bays, creeks, and the Gulf of Mexico. Marco Island is the largest of Florida's Ten Thousand Islands. Four miles wide by six miles long, Marco Island is home to about 15,000 year-round residents, however that number swells to over 30,000 from January through April with returning snowbirds and vacationers.
Marco Island real estate offers limitless options, many with water views and access. From single family estate homes with boat docks, luxurious tower condominiums, to smaller condos and villas, Marco Island has the lifestyle most people would envy.
Statistics
Population (year 2000): 14,879
Median resident age: 60.1 years
Estimated median household income in 2005: $65,200
Estimated median house/condo value in 2005: $650,800
Single-family new house construction building permits 2006: 73 buildings, average cost: $612,000
Land area: 10.6 square miles
Population density: 1407 people per square mile (low)