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Collier County, Florida: Overview and Facts

Original title: Collier County, Florida - Wikipedia
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This document provides the official baseline data for Collier County's population, land area, and administrative seat, which informs local planning and resource allocation.

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Key Facts

  • Collier County was founded on May 8, 1923.
  • The county seat is located in East Naples, moved from Everglades City in 1962.
  • The 2020 census recorded a population of 375,752.
  • The 2025 population estimate is 417,131.
  • The total area of the county is 2,305 square miles.
  • Land area covers 1,998 square miles, while water covers 307 square miles (13.3%).
  • The population density is 208 people per square mile.
  • The county is named after Barron Collier.
  • Human settlement in the area dates back more than 2,000 years.
  • The county is part of the Naples–Marco Island Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Collier County government located?
The is in East Naples.
How large is Collier County?
The county covers 2,305 square miles, with 1,998 square miles of land and 307 square miles of water.
What is the current population of Collier County?
As of the 2020 census, the population was 375,752, with a 2025 estimate of 417,131.

Summary

This document provides a general overview of Collier County, Florida, including its history, geographic size, population statistics, and administrative structure. It serves as a factual summary of the county's current status and background.

Why It Matters

This document provides the official baseline data for Collier County's population, land area, and administrative seat, which informs local planning and resource allocation.

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Population Growth

The county experienced a 16.9% population increase between 2010 and 2020, with further growth projected for 2025.

Collier County

Connected Entities

personBarron Collier“The namesake of the county.”Map →
locationEverglades City“The former county seat.”Map →
locationEast Naples“The current county seat.”Map →
locationCollier County“The subject of the document.”Map →
locationNaples“The largest city in the county.”Map →

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