Cost of Living in Estero, FL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
160.0
100 = national avg
+60.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$70,414
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$166,433
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing212.1
Food126.8
Transportation118.5
Healthcare121.4
Utilities138.5
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 Estero is 160.0, which is 60.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 212.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $70,414 per year to cover basic expenses.