Cost of Living in Lehigh Acres, FL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
120.2
100 = national avg
+20.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$52,908
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$125,056
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing147.0
Food97.6
Transportation128.4
Healthcare98.1
Utilities108.0
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 Lehigh Acres is 120.2, which is 20.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 147.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $52,908 per year to cover basic expenses.