Economy Overview
Sanibel and Captiva’s economy is shaped by tourism, local businesses, housing, and the many factors that influence life on the islands. The Economy pillar brings together trusted metrics that help explain how the local economy is changing over time. By exploring these trends, residents, businesses, visitors, and community leaders can better understand what the data means, why it matters, and how it reflects the overall health and resilience of the community.
Listings for Sale
Count June 2026
Sanibel12.9%
370
Captiva2.6%
75
ResidentialCommercialCondoVacant Lots
ResidentialCommercialCondoVacant Lots
Listings Sold
Count June 2026
Sanibel2.4%
43
Captiva0.0%
4
ResidentialCommercialCondoVacant Lots
ResidentialCommercialCondoVacant Lots
Sale Price
Median June 2026
Sanibel19.8%
$970K
Captiva12.0%
$570K
ResidentialCommercialCondoVacant Lots
ResidentialCommercialCondoVacant Lots
Price per Sqft
Average June 2026
Sanibel2.8%
$620/sqft
Captiva11.4%
$794/sqft
ResidentialCommercialCondo
ResidentialCommercialCondo
Sales Tax
Total June 2026
Sanibel35.2%
$19.6M
Captiva29.3%
$10.2M
SanibelCaptiva
Bed Tax
91.0%
Total FY 2024-25Sanibel
$2.3M
Business Tax Receipts - On Island Business
0.0%
Total July 2026Sanibel
12
Business Tax Receipts - Dwelling Rental Licenses
Total July 2026Sanibel
0
Business Tax Receipts - Off Island Business
33.3%
Total July 2026Sanibel
48
Business Tax Receipts - Dwelling Rentals
20.7%
Total July 2026Sanibel
35
Business Tax Receipts - Rental Dwelling Limited and Unlimited Use
15.4%
Total July 2026Sanibel
15