Fort Myers, FL — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Lee County · Florida
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Fort Myers based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
91,730
2023 ACS
Median Income
$62,160
2023
Median Home Value
$351,600
2023
Median Rent
$1,442
2023
Median Age
40.3
Unemployment
4.2%
Cost of Living Index
123.0
100 = national avg
Fort Myers is a city in Lee County, Florida, with a population of 91,730 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Fort Myers is one of the communities in Florida.
The median household income in Fort Myers is $62,160, and the median home value is $351,600. The cost of living index is 123.0 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,442 per month. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, and the median age is 40.3 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
91,730
Male
45,320
49.4%
Female
46,410
50.6%
Median Age
40.3
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
23.1%
High School or Higher
43.3%
Foreign Born
20.0%
Veterans
5.1%
Married
37.3%
Avg Household Size
2.4
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.581
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
53.2%
Foreign Born
20.0%
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
24.0%
22,024 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
76.0%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian 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+)
85,738
English Only
72.2%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
16,127 speakers
Limited English
14.0%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
86.0%
Limited English Proficiency
14.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
4,647
5.1% of population
Disability Rate
27.3%
1,269 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$54,879
Unemployment Rate
1.0%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
4,249
91.4%
Female Veterans
398
8.6%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$54,879
Non-Veteran Income
$34,213
Difference
$20,666
60.4% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
1,269
Without Disability
3,378
Disability Rate
27.3%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
56,487
#1 Ancestry
American
12.0% (11,007)
#2 Ancestry
German
9.2% (8,460)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
7.7% (7,064)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
36,431
Family Households
21,251
58.3%
Married Couples
14,669
40.3%
Non-Family Households
15,180
41.7%
Single Mother Households
4,721
13.0%
Single Father Households
1,861
5.1%
Living Alone
12,036
33.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
15,893
In Married Couple
8,836
55.6%
With Single Mother
5,605
35.3%
With Single Father
1,452
9.1%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$79,569
Married Couple Income
$103,399
Single Mother Income
$42,208
Single Father Income
$64,101
Avg Family Size
2.4
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
1,742
Grandparents Responsible
483
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$62,160
-15% vs national
Per Capita Income
$40,081
+8% vs national
Poverty Rate
16.8%
+24% vs national
Gini Index
0.5079
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
4.2%
-19% vs national
SNAP Recipients
12.8%
of households
How Fort Myers Compares
Fort Myers vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Fort Myers is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Fort Myers, FL has a median household income of $62,160, making it the 15,484th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Fort Myers has a higher median household income than 45% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Fort Myers, FL has a per capita income of $40,081, making it the 8,520th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Fort Myers has a higher per capita income than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Fort Myers, FL has a poverty rate of 16.8%, making it the 9,454th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Fort Myers has a higher poverty rate than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Fort Myers, FL has a unemployment rate of 4.2%, making it the 13,920th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Fort Myers has a higher unemployment rate than 55% 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 Myers. The median household income here is $62,160.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
4.2%
-14% vs FL avg
Labor Force
41,714
Employed
39,946
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
23.1%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
43.3%
of adults 25+
Median Age
40.3
Work from Home
12.9%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$91.1K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
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
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,638
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,961
per month
The median household income in Fort Myers, FL is $62,160, which is 15.1% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $40,081. The poverty rate of 16.8% is higher than the FL state average of 13.5%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5079, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, compared to the state average of 4.9%. The labor force is 41,714. 23.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 69.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index 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.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$341,500
Median List Price
$375,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$210
Days on Market
75
Active Inventory
959
Months of Supply
8.5
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$310,708
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,726
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
5.3%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
22.4%
Sale-to-List Ratio
94.8%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
113
New Listings
310
Pending Sales
174
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$210
Median List $/SF
$232
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Fort Myers, FL? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL metro area, home prices have risen 447.4% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 40.5%. The 10-year growth rate is 98.4%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 47.8%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index fell 5.7%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL housing market rather than Fort Myers alone.
Metro area: Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL
Fort Myers vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Fort Myers is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Fort Myers, FL has a median home value of $351,600, making it the 5,576th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Fort Myers has a higher median home value than 80% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Fort Myers, FL has a median rent of $1,442, making it the 4,468th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Fort Myers has a higher median rent than 80% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Fort Myers, FL has a price per square foot of $210, making it the 7,342nd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Fort Myers has a higher price per square foot than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Fort Myers, FL has a rent burden of 27.8%, making it the 1,935th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Fort Myers has a higher rent burden than 91% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$351,600
Median Rent
$1,442
Total Housing Units
47,068
Vacancy Rate
22.6%
Owner Occupied
49.4%
Renter Occupied
50.6%
Median Property Tax
$3,640
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,232
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,640
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.03%
of home value
Median Home Value
$351,600
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,982
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,640) by the median home value ($351,600). In Fort Myers, FL, this works out to an effective rate of 1.03%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Fort Myers, FL is $341,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 75 days on the market. 5.3% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 8.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $210. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,726/month. About 49.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 2001. There are 47,068 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,640. The effective tax rate is 1.03%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2020)Violent Crime Rate
5.17
per 1,000 residents
+85% vs national
Property Crime Rate
18.80
per 1,000 residents
-9% vs national
Total Crimes
2,166
2020
Violent Clearance
49%
cases solved
Property Clearance
27%
cases solved
YoY Change
-9.5%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2019
How Fort Myers Compares
Source: FBI (2020)Fort Myers vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2020)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Fort Myers 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 Myers police solve 89% of murder cases but only 25% of motor vehicle 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 | 9 | 0.10 | 88.9% |
| Rape | Violent | 39 | 0.43 | 46.2% |
| Robbery | Violent | 67 | 0.74 | 32.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 352 | 3.89 | 52.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 193 | 2.14 | 26.9% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,359 | 15.04 | 27.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 147 | 1.63 | 25.2% |
Fort Myers, FL reported 467 violent crimes and 1,699 property crimes in 2020. The violent crime rate of 5.17 per 1,000 residents is 84.5% above the national average of 2.80 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 49% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,359 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 48.3% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 467 | 1,699 | 5.17 | 18.80 |
| 2019 | 486 | 1,952 | 5.71 | 22.93 |
| 2017 | 752 | 2,207 | 9.41 | 27.62 |
| 2016 | 948 | 2,163 | 12.38 | 28.25 |
| 2015 | 744 | 2,208 | 10.16 | 30.16 |
School Shootings
Source: The Washington PostTotal Incidents
1
Total Killed
1
Total Injured
0
| Date | School | Killed | Injured | Type | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 7, 2013 | Apostolic Revival Center and Christian School | 1 | 0 | targeted | nan |
Data from The Washington Post, licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.0
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
98.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
67.8
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
8.8
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
45
Public Assistance
$935.1M
Individual Assistance
$241.1M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
21 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | $19.5M | $19.9M |
| Hurricane Milton → | Hurricane | Oct 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Helene → | Hurricane | Sep 2024 | $7.4M | $6.6M |
| Tropical Storm Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Debby → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2024 | — | — |
| Hurricane Idalia → | Hurricane | Aug 2023 | $1.4M | — |
| Tropical Storm Idalia → | Tropical Storm | Aug 2023 | — | — |
| Hurricane Nicole → | Hurricane | Dec 2022 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Nicole → | Tropical Storm | Nov 2022 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | $484.9M | $170.0M |
| Tropical Storm Ian → | Hurricane | Sep 2022 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Elsa → | Severe Storm | Jul 2021 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $184.2M | $3.1M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Dorian → | Hurricane | Aug 2019 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | $128.6M | $27.7M |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Lehigh Acres (anna Ave. N.) Fire → | Fire | Apr 2017 | — | — |
| Hurricane Isaac → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | $33K | — |
Showing 20 of 52 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
48,441
Total Claims Paid
$3,942,349,979
Avg Claim Payout
$81,385
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
12
Federal Funding
$2,077,055
Properties Protected
8
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.12
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 202.2: Elevation of Private Structures - Coastal | 4 | $702,447 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 2 | $226,347 |
| 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 2 | $0 |
| 403.4: Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins | 1 | $0 |
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 1 | $107,626 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Fort Myers has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hurricane, lightning, coastal flood. The area has had 45 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (21 declarations). 48,441 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $935,149,470 in public assistance recovery funding. $241,119,114 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 12 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
33.0%
3.1pp below the national average
Depression Rate
17.5%
6.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.8%
2.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
19.1%
8.5pp 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
38.6%
Arthritis
28.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
9.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
13.2%
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
16.8%
14+ days in past month
Depression
17.5%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
33.5%
Mobility
16.4%
Cognitive
15.5%
Hearing
7.7%
Vision
7.4%
Self-Care
5.1%
Independent Living
9.8%
Fort Myers has an obesity rate of 33.0%, which is 3.1pp below the national average. The depression rate is 17.5%, 6.0pp below the national average. About 19.1% 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
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.3 mi
Lee Memorial Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Memorial Hospital | 3.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Gulf Coast Medical Center Lee Health | 5.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Cape Coral Hospital | 7.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Park Royal Hospital | 12.0 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Hca Florida Lehigh Regional Medical Center | 16.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
7
Pop. Served
392,980
Violations (5yr)
5
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| LEE COUNTY UTILITIES | 282,556 | 2 |
| CITY OF FORT MYERS WATER TREATMENT PLANT | 92,219 | 0 |
| GATEWAY SERVICES DISTRICT | 14,553 | 0 |
| CITRUS PARK RV RESORT (BONITA TERRA) | 3,282 | 1 |
| MILL DAM MHP, LLC | 155 | 1 |
| SAN MATEO ESTATES | 112 | 1 |
| CHASERVILLE MOBILE HOME PARK | 103 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
3
Total CO₂e
4.7M MT
Top Emitter
Fort Myers
4.1M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (50,000 - 100,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Fort Myers Nextera Energy Inc | Power Plants | 4,127,201 |
LEE COUNTY SOLID WASTE RESOURCE RECOVERY FACILITY State Of Florida | Waste | 547,993 |
Gulf Coast RDF Waste Management Inc | Waste | 6,326 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 7 water systems serving the area. 5 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 3 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 4.7M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
69.5%
-12% vs national
Public Transit
1.3%
+42% vs national
Work From Home
12.9%
+39% vs national
Carpool
12.3%
Walk / Bike
2.1%
combined
How Fort Myers's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
18
2023
6-Year Avg
18
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
4
Cyclist
3
Nighttime
13
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 14 | 18 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| 2022 | 26 | 29 | 0 | 9 | 3 |
| 2021 | 20 | 20 | 0 | 8 | 1 |
| 2020 | 12 | 12 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
| 2019 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 2018 | 21 | 21 | 3 | 7 | 3 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Fort Myers, FL covers travel times and transportation modes. 69.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 12.9% work from home, which is below the FL state average of 13.8%. Public transit is used by 1.3% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 12.3% of workers carpool. 1.5% walk to work. 0.7% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 18 traffic fatalities from 14 fatal crashes. 4 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
89.1%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
72.8%
of households
No Internet
7.5%
of households
Total Households
36,431
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
94.3%
of households
Smartphone
90.8%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
72.5%
of households
Tablet
57.5%
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
-23% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-26% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
8.5¢
per kWh
-23% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$156
residential
+7% vs 50,000 - 100,000 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 Myers vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
7
Population Served
392,980
Violations (5yr)
5
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEE COUNTY UTILITIES | Community | Surface water | 282,556 | 2 |
| CITY OF FORT MYERS WATER TREATMENT PLANT | Community | Ground water | 92,219 | 0 |
| GATEWAY SERVICES DISTRICT | Community | Purchased surface water | 14,553 | 0 |
| CITRUS PARK RV RESORT (BONITA TERRA) | Community | Ground water | 3,282 | 1 |
| MILL DAM MHP, LLC | Community | Ground water | 155 | 1 |
| SAN MATEO ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 112 | 1 |
| CHASERVILLE MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 103 | 0 |
89.1% of households in Fort Myers have broadband internet access. 72.8% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 13.8% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 7.5% of households have no internet access. 16.2% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 7 water systems, providing water to 392,980 people. A total of 5 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Fort Myers is located in Lee County, FL. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Fort Myers.
Election Overview
Source: Lee County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
139,240
35.5%
GOP Votes
250,661
63.9%
Total Votes
392,519
Margin
R+28.4%
Shift from 2020
R+9.2pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 139,240 | 250,661 | 392,519 | 35.5% | 63.9% | R+28.4 |
| 2020 | 157,695 | 233,247 | 393,899 | 40.0% | 59.2% | R+19.2 |
| 2016 | 124,725 | 191,141 | 325,797 | 38.3% | 58.7% | R+20.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Lee County recorded 392,519 total votes. Republicans won the county with 63.9% of the vote compared to 35.5% for Democrats, a margin of R+28.4%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+9.2pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Lee County has shifted 8.0 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
1,152
Total Assets
$3.2B
Total Income
$1.7B
Per 10K Residents
125.6
nonprofits
+137.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
145
Median Assets
$328K
Oldest Active
1938
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $2.2B of $3.2B 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 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Fort Myers
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFFort Myers, FL has 1,152 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $3.2B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 168 organizations. 145 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 125.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1938.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
1,773
Total Approved
$908.0M
Jobs Supported
21,225
Per 10K Residents
193.3
SBA loans
+212.7% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
196
Top Lender
Bank of America, National Association
195 loans
Top Industry
Construction
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
1,570
Total Amount
$748.0M
Avg Loan
$476,425
Median Loan
$200,000
SBA Guaranteed
$557.7M(75%)
Jobs Supported
18,613
Loans
203
Total Amount
$160.0M
Avg Loan
$788,084
Median Loan
$497,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
388
22% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$344.6M
38% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$888,036
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| J & D Mechanical Inc. | 2 | $5.2M |
| Sunset Air & Home Services Inc. | 2 | $5.1M |
| Engassist Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Wireless Buybacks Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Fairfield Inn and Suites Fort Myers | 1 | $5.0M |
| All Service Adjusting | 1 | $5.0M |
| Quality Suites | 1 | $5.0M |
| Kasee Investments Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Lepore Educational Services Llc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Aaspire Agency Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
Fort Myers, FL has received 1,773 SBA loans totaling $908.0M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 1,570 loans (89% of the total), supporting 18,613 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 203 loans totaling $160.0M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Construction. The most active SBA lender in Fort Myers is Bank of America, National Association with 195 loans. That works out to 193.3 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
14
Total Population
364,474
Avg Median Income
$65,993
Avg Home Value
$278,679
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33901 | 24,401 | $51,579 | $280,400 | $1,291 | 6.2 |
| 33903 | 23,199 | $56,317 | $135,400 | $1,152 | 11.3 |
| 33904 | 32,925 | $66,933 | $347,100 | $1,665 | 9.7 |
| 33905 | 40,908 | $70,009 | $260,400 | $1,509 | 40.2 |
| 33907 | 24,828 | $49,826 | $236,700 | $1,502 | 7.3 |
| 33912 | 19,150 | $101,043 | $367,800 | $1,653 | 21.2 |
| 33916 | 27,642 | $49,353 | $242,300 | $1,363 | 10.3 |
| 33917 | 31,902 | $54,198 | $170,100 | $1,320 | 65.5 |
| 33919 | 30,300 | $73,336 | $291,500 | $1,621 | 8.8 |
| 33966 | 11,901 | $86,812 | $362,400 | $1,743 | 8.8 |
| 33971 | 28,377 | $72,784 | $271,900 | $1,678 | 17.0 |
| 33973 | 15,020 | $57,216 | $334,800 | $1,432 | 3.8 |
| 33976 | 18,493 | $64,211 | $270,200 | $1,733 | 9.3 |
| 33990 | 35,428 | $70,278 | $330,500 | $1,643 | 9.3 |
Fort Myers, FL has 14 ZIP codes with a combined population of 364,474. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $65,993. The average median home value is $278,679. The average median monthly rent is $1,522.
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