Cost of Living in Fort Myers, FL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
123.0
100 = national avg
+23.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$54,137
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,960
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing168.3
Food97.5
Transportation95.0
Healthcare98.0
Utilities112.2
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 is 123.0, which is 23.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 168.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $54,137 per year to cover basic expenses.