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Moving to Alva, Florida

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The current estimated population of Alva, Florida is 2,725, with 49.7% male and 50.3% female. Alva has experienced modest growth, known for its rural charm and scenic location along the Caloosahatchee River.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1886
  • County: Lee
  • Land area: 18.5 square miles
  • Population density: Approximately 148 people per square mile
  • Area code: 239
  • Zip code: 33920

Geography and Location

Alva, Florida is located in Lee County, in southwestern Florida, about 20 miles northeast of Fort Myers. The town is situated along the Caloosahatchee River, which provides opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water activities. Alva is known for its quiet, rural atmosphere and scenic beauty, with many homes and farms along the riverbanks. The town’s location offers a peaceful lifestyle while still being close to the amenities of nearby Fort Myers. Alva’s rural landscape is characterized by farmland, oak hammocks, and open spaces.

Demographics

Median resident age: 48.1 years
Median household income: $41,937
Median house value: $124,700

Population by Race

Races in Alva:

  • White Non-Hispanic (95.2%)
  • Hispanic (2.9%)
  • Two or more races (1.6%)
  • American Indian (1.5%)
  • Other race (1.2%)

Ancestries: English (18.3%), German (17.7%), United States (14.3%), Irish (14.1%), Italian (5.6%), Scottish (3.4%).

Elevation: 10 feet

Land area: 18.0 square miles

Map of Alva, FL

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Alva

  • High school or higher: 81.5%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 16.9%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 6.1%
  • Unemployed: 7.8%
  • Mean travel time to work: 36.6 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Alva CDP

  • Never married: 13.0%
  • Now married: 64.1%
  • Separated: 1.5%
  • Widowed: 9.0%
  • Divorced: 12.5%

2.7% Foreign born (2.3% Europe).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Alva:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Alva:

  • SOUTHWEST FLORIDA INTL (about 15 miles; FORT MYERS, FL; Abbreviation: RSW)
  • CHARLOTTE COUNTY (about 29 miles; PUNTA GORDA, FL; Abbreviation: PGD)
  • NAPLES MUNI (about 40 miles; NAPLES, FL; Abbreviation: APF)

Other public-use airports nearest to Alva:

  • LA BELLE MUNI (about 15 miles; LA BELLE, FL; Abbreviation: X14)
  • PAGE FIELD (about 18 miles; FORT MYERS, FL; Abbreviation: FMY)
  • IMMOKALEE (about 26 miles; IMMOKALEE, FL; Abbreviation: IMM)

Amtrak station near Alva:

  • 18 miles: FORT MYERS (13000 N. CLEVELAND AVE.) – Bus Station. Services: public payphones, call for taxi service.

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Alva:

  • EDISON COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 22 miles; FT MYERS, FL; Full-time enrollment: 5,032)
  • FLORIDA GULF COAST UNIVERSITY (about 25 miles; FT MYERS, FL; Full-time enrollment: 2,466)
  • MANATEE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 83 miles; BRADENTON, FL; Full-time enrollment: 4,539)
  • TRAVIS TECHNICAL CENTER (about 93 miles; LAKELAND, FL; Full-time enrollment: 2,057)
  • POLK COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 93 miles; WINTER HAVEN, FL; Full-time enrollment: 3,028)
  • INDIAN RIVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 100 miles; FT PIERCE, FL; Full-time enrollment: 6,149)
  • HILLSBOROUGH COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 103 miles; TAMPA, FL; Full-time enrollment: 9,630)

Private high school in Alva:

  • FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF ALVA S (Students: 32; Location: P O BOX 577; Grades: PK – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Alva:

  • ALVA MIDDLE SCHOOL (Students: 653; Location: P O BOX 128; Grades: 06 – 08)
  • ALVA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Students: 425; Location: P O BOX 278; Grades: PK – 05)

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