Fort Lauderdale, FL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Broward County · Florida
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Fort Lauderdale based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
183,032
2023 ACS
Median Income
$79,935
2023
Median Home Value
$455,600
2023
Median Rent
$1,776
2023
Median Age
42.9
Unemployment
5.3%
Cost of Living Index
148.1
100 = national avg
Fort Lauderdale is a city in Broward County, Florida, with a population of 183,032 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Fort Lauderdale is one of the communities in Florida.
The median household income in Fort Lauderdale is $79,935, and the median home value is $455,600. The cost of living index is 148.1 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,776 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, and the median age is 42.9 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
183,032
Male
95,908
52.4%
Female
87,124
47.6%
Median Age
42.9
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
30.1%
High School or Higher
48.8%
Foreign Born
26.7%
Veterans
3.8%
Married
35.3%
Avg Household Size
2.2
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.591
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
51.3%
Foreign Born
26.7%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
20.1%
36,698 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
80.0%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
172,787
English Only
69.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
31,052 speakers
Limited English
10.7%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
89.3%
Limited English Proficiency
10.7%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
6,997
3.8% of population
Disability Rate
21.6%
1,508 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$54,926
Unemployment Rate
5.6%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
6,449
92.2%
Female Veterans
548
7.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$54,926
Non-Veteran Income
$41,455
Difference
$13,471
32.5% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
1,508
Without Disability
5,489
Disability Rate
21.6%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
117,611
#1 Ancestry
West Indian
10.7% (19,533)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
8.9% (16,214)
#3 Ancestry
German
7.1% (12,905)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
80,575
Family Households
39,891
49.5%
Married Couples
27,602
34.3%
Non-Family Households
40,684
50.5%
Single Mother Households
8,811
10.9%
Single Father Households
3,478
4.3%
Living Alone
32,288
40.1%
Children Under 18
Total Children
26,251
In Married Couple
16,117
61.4%
With Single Mother
7,618
29.0%
With Single Father
2,516
9.6%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$93,224
Married Couple Income
$119,167
Single Mother Income
$49,163
Single Father Income
$78,253
Avg Family Size
2.2
Avg Non-Family Size
2.2
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
3,486
Grandparents Responsible
798
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$79,935
+9% vs national
Per Capita Income
$57,845
+56% vs national
Poverty Rate
15.2%
+12% vs national
Gini Index
0.5333
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.3%
+3% vs national
SNAP Recipients
13.1%
of households
How Fort Lauderdale Compares
Fort Lauderdale vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Fort Lauderdale is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Fort Lauderdale, FL has a median household income of $79,935, making it the 8,960th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Fort Lauderdale has a higher median household income than 68% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Fort Lauderdale, FL has a per capita income of $57,845, making it the 2,902nd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Fort Lauderdale has a higher per capita income than 90% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Fort Lauderdale, FL has a poverty rate of 15.2%, making it the 10,894th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Fort Lauderdale has a higher poverty rate than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Fort Lauderdale, FL has a unemployment rate of 5.3%, making it the 10,732nd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Fort Lauderdale has a higher unemployment rate than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Fort Lauderdale. The median household income here is $79,935.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.3%
+9% vs FL avg
Labor Force
101,000
Employed
95,548
Mean Commute
22 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
30.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
48.8%
of adults 25+
Median Age
42.9
Work from Home
17.5%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$104.1K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
148.1
100 = national avg
+48.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,162
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$154,019
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,900
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,333
per month
The median household income in Fort Lauderdale, FL is $79,935, which is 9.2% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $57,845. The poverty rate of 15.2% is higher than the FL state average of 13.5%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5333, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, compared to the state average of 4.9%. The labor force is 101,000. 30.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 22 minutes, with 17.5% working from home. About 66.3% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 148.1, which is 48.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 209.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,162 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$619,500
Median List Price
$650,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$401
Days on Market
92
Active Inventory
2,631
Months of Supply
11.5
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$500,634
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$2,733
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
5.7%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
15.8%
Sale-to-List Ratio
94.4%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
228
New Listings
607
Pending Sales
373
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$401
Median List $/SF
$439
Fort Lauderdale vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Fort Lauderdale is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Fort Lauderdale, FL has a median home value of $455,600, making it the 3,559th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Fort Lauderdale has a higher median home value than 87% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Fort Lauderdale, FL has a median rent of $1,776, making it the 2,551st highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Fort Lauderdale has a higher median rent than 89% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Fort Lauderdale, FL has a price per square foot of $401, making it the 1,901st highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Fort Lauderdale has a higher price per square foot than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Fort Lauderdale, FL has a rent burden of 26.7%, making it the 2,469th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Fort Lauderdale has a higher rent burden than 89% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$455,600
Median Rent
$1,776
Total Housing Units
101,234
Vacancy Rate
20.4%
Owner Occupied
53.8%
Renter Occupied
46.2%
Median Property Tax
$4,125
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,821
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$4,125
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.91%
of home value
Median Home Value
$455,600
Estimated Mean Tax
$6,643
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($4,125) by the median home value ($455,600). In Fort Lauderdale, FL, this works out to an effective rate of 0.91%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Fort Lauderdale, FL is $619,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 92 days on the market. 5.7% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 11.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $401. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,733/month. About 53.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1972. There are 101,234 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $4,125. The effective tax rate is 0.91%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2020)Violent Crime Rate
6.29
per 1,000 residents
+125% vs national
Property Crime Rate
41.56
per 1,000 residents
+102% vs national
Total Crimes
8,821
2020
Violent Clearance
37%
cases solved
Property Clearance
10%
cases solved
YoY Change
+5.8%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2019
How Fort Lauderdale Compares
Source: FBI (2020)Fort Lauderdale vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2020)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Fort Lauderdale is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2020)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2020)Fort Lauderdale police solve 57% of murder cases but only 8% of larceny/theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2020)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2020)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 37 | 0.20 | 56.8% |
| Rape | Violent | 91 | 0.49 | 37.4% |
| Robbery | Violent | 321 | 1.74 | 18.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 709 | 3.85 | 44.9% |
| Burglary | Property | 1,074 | 5.83 | 13.7% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 5,681 | 30.82 | 8.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 907 | 4.92 | 17.9% |
Fort Lauderdale, FL reported 1,159 violent crimes and 7,662 property crimes in 2020. The violent crime rate of 6.29 per 1,000 residents is 124.5% above the national average of 2.80 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 37% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 5,681 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 48.2% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1,159 | 7,662 | 6.29 | 41.56 |
| 2019 | 1,098 | 9,082 | 5.94 | 49.15 |
| 2017 | 1,072 | 10,006 | 5.92 | 55.29 |
| 2016 | 1,144 | 10,630 | 6.31 | 58.66 |
| 2015 | 1,217 | 9,670 | 6.81 | 54.14 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
1
Total Killed
1
Total Injured
0
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 12, 2008 | Dillard High School | 1 | 0 | targeted | .22-caliber semi-automatic handgun |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.5
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
99.4
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
55.4
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
44.2
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
43
Public Assistance
$892.9M
Individual Assistance
$219.1M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
25 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | $1.4M | $15K |
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Flood | Apr 2023 | $48.3M | $37.2M |
| Hurricane Nicole → | Hurricane | Dec 2022 | $104K | — |
| Tropical Storm Nicole → | Tropical Storm | Nov 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | $1.5M | $4K |
| Tropical Storm Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isaias → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $138.0M | $14.0M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Oct 2019 | $6.6M | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Aug 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | $183.0M | $73.4M |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | $5.1M | — |
| Hurricane Matthew → | Hurricane | Oct 2016 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Fay → | Severe Storm | Aug 2008 | $943K | — |
| Hurricane Wilma → | Hurricane | Oct 2005 | $438.6M | $83.8M |
| Tropical Storm Rita → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $434K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 54 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
35,020
Total Claims Paid
$457,633,919
Avg Claim Payout
$13,068
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
124
Federal Funding
$80,557,273
Properties Protected
137
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
44.65
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 63 | $24,093,774 |
| 205.7: Retrofitting Private Structures - Wind | 11 | $3,733,001 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 6 | $916,151 |
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind; 601.2: Generators - Regular | 5 | $3,353,992 |
| 403.2: Stormwater Management - Diversions | 5 | $11,788,101 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Fort Lauderdale has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are lightning, hurricane, heat wave. The area has had 43 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (25 declarations). 35,020 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $892,878,191 in public assistance recovery funding. $219,148,204 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 124 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
30.3%
5.8pp below the national average
Depression Rate
16.7%
6.8pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.8%
0.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
14.7%
4.1pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
38.4%
Arthritis
24.4%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.7%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
16.2%
14+ days in past month
Depression
16.7%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
28.6%
Mobility
14.5%
Cognitive
13.3%
Hearing
6.7%
Vision
6.1%
Self-Care
4.3%
Independent Living
8.2%
Fort Lauderdale has an obesity rate of 30.3%, which is 5.8pp below the national average. The depression rate is 16.7%, 6.8pp below the national average. About 14.7% of adults lack health insurance. 79.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
2
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.0 mi
Fort Lauderdale Behavioral Hea...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Lauderdale Behavioral Health Center | 3.0 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Broward Health Medical Center | 3.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Broward Health Imperial Point | 4.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | — |
| Hca Florida Mercy Hospital | 5.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Westside Regional Medical Center | 8.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | — |
Climate & Environment
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
3
Total CO₂e
4.4M MT
Top Emitter
Lauderdale
2.3M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (100,000 - 250,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Lauderdale Nextera Energy Inc | Power Plants | 2,315,110 |
Port Everglades Nextera Energy Inc | Power Plants | 2,027,489 |
BROWARD COUNTY LANDFILL Broward County Solid Waste & Recycling Services | Waste | 33,794 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
3 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 4.4M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
22 min
-6% vs national
Drive Alone
66.3%
-16% vs national
Public Transit
2.6%
+190% vs national
Work From Home
17.5%
+88% vs national
Carpool
7.4%
Walk / Bike
2.9%
combined
How Fort Lauderdale's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
33
2023
6-Year Avg
42
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
13
Cyclist
2
Nighttime
19
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 32 | 33 | 0 | 13 | 2 |
| 2022 | 53 | 54 | 0 | 23 | 3 |
| 2021 | 44 | 48 | 0 | 16 | 6 |
| 2020 | 34 | 34 | 3 | 10 | 1 |
| 2019 | 41 | 41 | 3 | 20 | 3 |
| 2018 | 35 | 39 | 3 | 14 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Fort Lauderdale, FL is 22 minutes, which is 6.4% below the national average of 23 minutes. 66.3% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 17.5% work from home, which is above the FL state average of 13.8%. Public transit is used by 2.6% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 7.4% of workers carpool. 2.4% walk to work. 0.5% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 33 traffic fatalities from 32 fatal crashes. 13 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
90.5%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
78.4%
of households
No Internet
6.4%
of households
Total Households
80,575
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
96.3%
of households
Smartphone
92.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
81.4%
of households
Tablet
61.0%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-17% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-19% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.5¢
per kWh
-14% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$156
residential
+10% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Florida averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $156. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Fort Lauderdale vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
90.5% of households in Fort Lauderdale have broadband internet access. 78.4% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 10.2% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 6.4% of households have no internet access. 9.9% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Fort Lauderdale is located in Broward County, FL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Fort Lauderdale.
Election Overview
Source: Broward County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
507,328
58.0%
GOP Votes
358,952
41.0%
Total Votes
874,526
Margin
D+17.0%
Shift from 2020
R+12.8pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 507,328 | 358,952 | 874,526 | 58.0% | 41.0% | D+17.0 |
| 2020 | 618,752 | 333,409 | 957,672 | 64.6% | 34.8% | D+29.8 |
| 2016 | 546,956 | 258,521 | 822,837 | 66.5% | 31.4% | D+35.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Broward County recorded 874,526 total votes. Democrats won the county with 58.0% of the vote compared to 41.0% for Republicans, a margin of D+17.0%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+12.8pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Broward County has shifted 18.1 percentage points toward Republicans.
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
2,370
Total Assets
$7.9B
Total Income
$5.2B
Per 10K Residents
129.5
nonprofits
+206.8% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
212
Median Assets
$191K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $5.2B of $7.9B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Fort Lauderdale
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFFort Lauderdale, FL has 2,370 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $7.9B. The most common category is Education, with 558 organizations. 212 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 129.5 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
3,440
Total Approved
$1.2B
Jobs Supported
28,053
Per 10K Residents
187.9
SBA loans
+116.1% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
228
Top Lender
Bank of America, National Association
865 loans
Top Industry
Professional & Technical Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
3,030
Total Amount
$967.8M
Avg Loan
$319,415
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$712.7M(74%)
Jobs Supported
24,188
Loans
410
Total Amount
$252.7M
Avg Loan
$616,437
Median Loan
$396,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
591
17% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$368.1M
30% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$622,856
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Cross Aviation Llc | 9 | $37.5M |
| Fbr Aviation Inc. | 2 | $10.0M |
| Salt Group Las Olas Llc | 2 | $7.9M |
| Thrust Tech Accessories Inc | 4 | $7.1M |
| Arbor Pet Hospital Llc | 3 | $5.9M |
| Elite Marine Ac Llc | 2 | $5.2M |
| Sowc Associates Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Plantation Hospitality Group Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Associated Aircraft Manfacturing and Sales Inc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Baymeadows Hotel Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
Fort Lauderdale, FL has received 3,440 SBA loans totaling $1.2B in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 3,030 loans (88% of the total), supporting 24,188 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 410 loans totaling $252.7M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Professional & Technical Services. The most active SBA lender in Fort Lauderdale is Bank of America, National Association with 865 loans. That works out to 187.9 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
34
Total Population
1,165,877
Avg Median Income
-$39,146,277
Avg Home Value
-$38,839,301
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33004 | 16,691 | $50,783 | $336,200 | $1,616 | 6.8 |
| 33019 | 13,168 | $94,824 | $631,800 | $1,983 | 3.8 |
| 33020 | 44,112 | $52,535 | $306,700 | $1,444 | 6.0 |
| 33021 | 49,064 | $69,249 | $395,800 | $1,707 | 8.8 |
| 33022 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.0 |
| 33024 | 75,579 | $76,501 | $365,200 | $1,724 | 11.6 |
| 33060 | 35,888 | $59,757 | $354,100 | $1,406 | 7.0 |
| 33062 | 25,495 | $82,955 | $511,800 | $1,888 | 3.9 |
| 33063 | 55,539 | $62,930 | $270,100 | $1,790 | 8.2 |
| 33064 | 62,000 | $66,269 | $293,100 | $1,689 | 10.2 |
| 33066 | 16,673 | $56,721 | $212,000 | $1,677 | 3.0 |
| 33068 | 53,552 | $63,688 | $288,600 | $1,893 | 6.4 |
| 33069 | 28,957 | $57,462 | $253,000 | $1,685 | 9.4 |
| 33301 | 17,831 | $115,421 | $751,600 | $2,341 | 2.5 |
| 33304 | 18,566 | $84,951 | $556,400 | $1,727 | 3.1 |
| 33305 | 12,961 | $89,944 | $558,200 | $1,850 | 2.2 |
| 33306 | 2,700 | $82,375 | $469,800 | $1,369 | 0.8 |
| 33308 | 27,261 | $83,413 | $536,900 | $1,850 | 4.6 |
| 33309 | 38,074 | $73,496 | $309,100 | $1,829 | 9.7 |
| 33311 | 73,280 | $51,918 | $276,600 | $1,385 | 10.4 |
| 33312 | 53,547 | $77,644 | $397,800 | $1,566 | 11.1 |
| 33313 | 64,228 | $45,408 | $236,300 | $1,608 | 6.3 |
| 33314 | 30,121 | $63,791 | $347,600 | $2,034 | 8.8 |
| 33315 | 13,211 | $90,760 | $492,400 | $1,789 | 5.3 |
| 33316 | 12,039 | $89,200 | $793,500 | $2,047 | 4.1 |
| 33317 | 37,008 | $84,239 | $449,900 | $1,986 | 9.6 |
| 33319 | 52,474 | $55,071 | $228,000 | $1,633 | 6.8 |
| 33321 | 50,414 | $60,013 | $259,200 | $1,846 | 8.2 |
| 33322 | 40,522 | $69,037 | $258,300 | $2,095 | 5.5 |
| 33324 | 50,072 | $83,678 | $350,500 | $2,152 | 9.0 |
| 33328 | 29,379 | $127,386 | $523,600 | $2,171 | 9.1 |
| 33334 | 30,889 | $69,512 | $430,500 | $1,615 | 4.8 |
| 33351 | 34,582 | $68,996 | $352,500 | $1,881 | 5.5 |
| 33388 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
Fort Lauderdale, FL has 34 ZIP codes with a combined population of 1,165,877. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$39,146,277. The average median home value is -$38,839,301. The average median monthly rent is -$39,214,002.
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