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Welcome to Lee  County

Welcome to Lee County, 804-square-mile metropolitan area nestled along the Gulf Coast of Southwest Florida.

The county and the cities of Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Sanibel, and Fort Myers Beach was the fourth fastest growing metro area in the United States during the 1980s.

That growth has continued in the 1990s as residents, visitors and companies are attracted by the area's mild climate, beautiful beaches and boundless business opportunities.

Area temperatures range from an average of 82 degrees in the summer to 64 degrees in the winter.

The coastline along the Gulf of Mexico is home to 50 miles of sandy beaches.

And the county's low cost of living, abundant labor supply and growing business sector makes it an ideal place for companies to locate or expand.

Our 374,398 residents welcome you and say, "We have the perfect climate for growing business!"

Lee County has two airports - Southwest Florida International Airport (commercial aviation) and Page Field Airport (general aviation).

Southwest Florida International Airport, located off interstate 75, is the 57th busiest airport in the United States, serving domestic and international markets as well as offering a full array of air cargo services.

The airport was designed as a Foreign Trade Zone in 1996. In addition, a $900-million, 20-year expansion is being planned that will double the size of the airport and add a second runway and midfield terminal.

Page Field, located off U.S. 41, is one of the busiest general aviation airports in the United States. It serves both business and recreational flyers.

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