Welcome to Naples , Florida , a seaside paradise tucked into Southwest Florida ’s gulf coast. The
Naples-Marco Island Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) is the 2nd fastest growing metropolitan area in the nation. With a total area of 2,305 square miles, and a land area of 2,025 square miles, Collier County is the largest county in Florida and is larger than the states of Rhode Island and Delaware .

Collier County is a thriving area in Florida , featuring one of the best business climates in the nation. With its geographic location, climate, transportation system, tax structure, quality of life, and skilled workforce, Collier County is a premier business destination in Florida .

Listed below are several interesting facts about the Naples Community, sourced by The Economic Development Council of Collier County. Additional information may be found on www.enaplesflorida.com.

• The Southwest Florida regional population is projected to increase 138% from 2000 to 2030. From 2000 to 2005, the population of Collier County , Florida grew 22%. In 2006, the population in Collier County was 319,905. Collier County population is projected to increase by more than 28% from 2003 to 2010. Collier County ’s population rises by an estimated one-third during the winter season which traditionally lasts from November through April.

• Nearly 76% of Collier County ’s total population is younger than age 65. The Median age of residents in Collier County is 44.2.

• Collier County has a dynamic center of opportunity and possibilities. Collier County and its’ surrounding areas provide an abundant skilled labor force. Collier County ’s labor force was ranked the fastest growing in the United States and Florida from 1995 to 2002. In addition, the Naples-Marco Island MSA is ranked 2nd in job growth for small places in the United States .

• The partnership between the public and law enforcement is strong and relentless in maintaining the highly desirable quality of life in Collier County . Compared to other counties in Florida , Collier County has the lowest amount of crimes. Collier County ’s crime rate has dropped 204% since 2004.

Sources:
Economic Development Council of Collier County; Market Facts 2006-2007;
U.S. Census Bureau, 4/01; University of Florida, Bureau of Economic and Business Research, Florida Population Studies, 2/06; Florida Long-term Economic Forecast, 6/05; Collier County Comprehensive Planning Department, 10/06; Sales and Marketing Management, 2000 Survey of Buying Power, 9/02; Collier County Sheriffs Department 2006