More than half of Cape Coral’s skilled workforce leaves the city for jobs each day, highlighting a gap between employment opportunities and population growth. City data shows about 57% of skilled workers commute, often crossing bridges and paying tolls to work elsewhere in Southwest Florida. Residents are divided on attracting larger employers, with some citing concerns about traffic and infrastructure, while others say more jobs could help younger workers stay local. Officials note efforts to attract businesses through incentive programs, though infrastructure improvements remain a key concern, WINK News reports.
