Florida · Metropolitan Area
Fort Myers is a mid-size city in Florida with a population of 91,730. Residents earn $62,160 per year, which is 17% below the national average.
Based on current data, Fort Myers receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Fort Myers offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Fort Myers is $62,160, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Fort Myers is $351,600, 25% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,442 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 1,103 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 3,121 per 100,000, 59% above the national average.
32.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Fort Myers has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 345 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 71.9% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 28.1% |
| 110% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $62,160 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,081 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,184 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $108,048 |
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.3% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 28,954 |
| County GDP | $54,160M |
| Restaurants | 1,636 |
| Healthcare | 2,112 |
| Retail | 2,648 |
| Manufacturing | 389 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,664 |
| 176% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.75% |
| Commute Time | 24.9 min |
| Work from Home | 12.9% |
| Census Median | $351,600 |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $312,186 |
| Median List Price | $379,900 |
| Median List Price | $379,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $214 |
| Homes Sold | 123 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.3% |
| Price Drops | 34.2% |
| Inventory | 973 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,442 |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,728 |
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
| Owner-Occupied | 49.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,664 |
| 176% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.75% |
| Obesity | 33.9% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.9% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.4% |
| Depression | 18.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 84.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.4% |
| Premature Death | 8,494/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,112 |
| Total Violent | 1,103.0/100K |
| 190% above US avg | |
| Murder | 15.8/100K |
| 150% above US avg | |
| Rape | 61.7/100K |
| Robbery | 248.1/100K |
| Assault | 777.4/100K |
| Total Property | 3,121.2/100K |
| 59% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 527.8/100K |
| Theft | 2,409.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 183.6/100K |
| Arson | 8.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 128 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 75.6°F |
| 40% above US avg | |
| January Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.4 inches |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 40.1 sq mi (103.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,290/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.6201°N, 81.8295°W |
| County FIPS | 12071 |
Winner: Republican by 28.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.1% |
| 5% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.60 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 2,290/sq mi |
| Total Area | 40.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 68 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 73 |
| Public Libraries | 16 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,112 |
| Restaurants | 1,636 |
| Retail Stores | 2,648 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 128 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 24.9 min |
| Work from Home | 12.9% |