Captiva

Captiva is an unincorporated community on Florida's Gulf Coast in Lee County, stretching along a barrier island. The area mixes residential neighborhoods with commercial zones beside beaches and wetland areas.

Captiva was established as a census-designated place by the US Census Bureau. The settlement grew into a residential community along the Gulf Coast as the region became increasingly developed over recent decades.

The community maintains statistical records through federal census data collection, contributing to demographic studies and regional development patterns in Southwest Florida.

Without formal city government, Captiva falls under Lee County authority for services and regulations. Visitors should know that local rules and services are managed at the county level.

The geographical coordinates at 26.518056 latitude and -82.191111 longitude position Captiva within an unincorporated territory along Florida's western shoreline.

Location: Lee County

Elevation above the sea: 1 m

GPS coordinates: 26.51806,-82.19111

Latest update: December 20, 2025 11:40