Cost of Living in Fort Myers Shores, FL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
115.6
100 = national avg
+15.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,862
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$120,219
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing140.8
Food100.6
Transportation101.1
Healthcare100.4
Utilities108.5
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 Fort Myers Shores is 115.6, which is 15.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 140.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,862 per year to cover basic expenses.