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Cost of living in Fort Myers Beach summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Fort Myers Beach. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Florida. Key points include:
The cost of living in Fort Myers Beach is 140 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Fort Myers Beach is 1.4x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Fort Myers Beach is $494,793.
The median income in Fort Myers Beach is $91,291.
Fort Myers Beach's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Fort Myers Beach Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Fort Myers Beach | Florida | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 140 | 104 | 100 |
| Services | 101 | 101 | 100 |
| Groceries | 103 | 105 | 100 |
| Health | 222 | 99 | 100 |
| Housing | 103 | 104 | 100 |
| Transportation | 116 | 109 | 100 |
| Utilities | 102 | 105 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Fort Myers Beach, FL Weather
The average high in Fort Myers Beach is 82.1° and the average low is 66.5°.
There are 75.7 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 55.7 inches of precipitation each year with 0.0 inches of snow.
| Stat | Fort Myers Beach |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 82.1 |
| Average Annual Low | 66.5 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 75.7 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 55.7 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 0.0 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Fort Myers Beach Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Fort Myers Beach
The current population in Fort Myers Beach is 5,513. The population has decreased 15.7% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5,513 | -0.6% |
| 2023 | 5,548 | -1.8% |
| 2022 | 5,650 | -0.7% |
| 2021 | 5,687 | -19.9% |
| 2020 | 7,102 | 0.8% |
| 2019 | 7,048 | 1.2% |
| 2018 | 6,966 | 1.3% |
| 2017 | 6,877 | 1.1% |
| 2016 | 6,801 | 2.0% |
| 2015 | 6,668 | 2.0% |
| 2014 | 6,539 | 1.3% |
| 2013 | 6,457 | 0.3% |
| 2012 | 6,438 | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 6,479 | -0.9% |
| 2010 | 6,536 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Fort Myers Beach
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Fort Myers Beach is:
90.0% White with 4,964 White residents.
0.2% African American with 12 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
0.7% Asian with 38 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.0% Other with 0 Other residents.
0.7% Two Or More with 36 Two Or More residents.
8.4% Hispanic with 463 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Fort Myers Beach | FL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 90.0% | 50.4% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.2% | 14.6% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.7% | 2.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 0.7% | 3.8% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 8.4% | 27.4% | 19.3% |
Gender in Fort Myers Beach
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Fort Myers Beach is 48.3% female with 2,662 female residents.
Fort Myers Beach is 51.7% male with 2,851 male residents.
| Gender | Fort Myers Beach | FL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 50.9% | 50.5% |
| Male | 51.7% | 49.1% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Fort Myers Beach for adults over 25
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-1.0% of adults in Fort Myers Beach completed < 9th grade.
3.0% of adults in Fort Myers Beach completed 9-12th grade.
26.0% of adults in Fort Myers Beach completed high school / ged.
15.0% of adults in Fort Myers Beach completed some college.
11.0% of adults in Fort Myers Beach completed associate's degree.
25.0% of adults in Fort Myers Beach completed bachelor's degree.
15.0% of adults in Fort Myers Beach completed master's degree.
4.0% of adults in Fort Myers Beach completed professional degree.
2.0% of adults in Fort Myers Beach completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Fort Myers Beach | FL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | -1.0% | 5.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 3.0% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 26.0% | 27.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 15.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 11.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 25.0% | 21.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 15.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 4.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Fort Myers Beach, Florida
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6.2% of households in Fort Myers Beach earn Less than $10,000.
1.1% of households in Fort Myers Beach earn $10,000 to $14,999.
3.0% of households in Fort Myers Beach earn $15,000 to $24,999.
5.8% of households in Fort Myers Beach earn $25,000 to $34,999.
7.8% of households in Fort Myers Beach earn $35,000 to $49,999.
18.3% of households in Fort Myers Beach earn $50,000 to $74,999.
10.5% of households in Fort Myers Beach earn $75,000 to $99,999.
18.8% of households in Fort Myers Beach earn $100,000 to $149,999.
7.7% of households in Fort Myers Beach earn $150,000 to $199,999.
20.6% of households in Fort Myers Beach earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Fort Myers Beach | FL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 6.2% | 5.1% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.1% | 3.3% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 3.0% | 6.6% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5.8% | 7.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 7.8% | 11.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.3% | 16.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.5% | 13.1% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 18.8% | 17.2% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 7.7% | 8.4% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 20.6% | 11.0% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
