Cost of Living in Cape Coral, FL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
137.3
100 = national avg
+37.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,430
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$142,834
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing181.9
Food108.1
Transportation114.9
Healthcare106.5
Utilities121.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,638
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,961
per month
The overall cost of living index in Cape Coral is 137.3, which is 37.3% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 181.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,430 per year to cover basic expenses.