Florida · Metropolitan Area
Fort Lauderdale is a large city in Florida with a population of 183,032. Residents earn $79,935 per year, which is 6% above the national average.
Based on current data, Fort Lauderdale receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs. Fort Lauderdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Fort Lauderdale is $79,935, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Fort Lauderdale is $455,600, making it a premium housing market at 62% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,776 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
With 773 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,132 per 100,000, 162% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 39.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Fort Lauderdale has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 69°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 341 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 81.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 69.6% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 30.4% |
| 127% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $79,935 |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $57,845 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,375 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $99,240 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.2% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 81,808 |
| County GDP | $173,651M |
| Restaurants | 4,485 |
| Healthcare | 7,428 |
| Retail | 7,266 |
| Manufacturing | 1,413 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,621 |
| 175% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.11% |
| Commute Time | 26.5 min |
| Work from Home | 17.5% |
| Census Median | $455,600 |
| 62% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $503,437 |
| Median List Price | $649,900 |
| Median List Price | $649,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $387 |
| Homes Sold | 114 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.1% |
| Price Drops | 22.2% |
| Inventory | 2,614 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,776 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,718 |
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
| Owner-Occupied | 53.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,621 |
| 175% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.11% |
| Obesity | 29.9% |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.8% |
| Depression | 17.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,598/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 7,428 |
| Total Violent | 772.7/100K |
| 103% above US avg | |
| Murder | 10.3/100K |
| 64% above US avg | |
| Rape | 44.8/100K |
| Robbery | 355.1/100K |
| Assault | 362.5/100K |
| Total Property | 5,132.3/100K |
| 162% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,115.7/100K |
| Theft | 3,629.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 387.2/100K |
| Arson | 17.8/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 276 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 76.1°F |
| 41% above US avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 341 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 81.0 inches |
| 113% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 34.6 sq mi (89.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,293/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.1412°N, 80.1467°W |
| County FIPS | 12011 |
Winner: Democrat by 17 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 39.8% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.60 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 5,293/sq mi |
| Total Area | 34.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 105 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 109 |
| Public Libraries | 43 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 7,428 |
| Restaurants | 4,485 |
| Retail Stores | 7,266 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 276 |
| Avg Commute | 26.5 min |
| Work from Home | 17.5% |