Fort Myers Beach, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
5,548 332.4M (US)
Median Age
66.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
45.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$90,833 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$611,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,269 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,653 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
26.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lee County
4
Cape Coral-Fort Myers Metro Area
4
Florida
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lee County
3
Cape Coral-Fort Myers Metro Area
3
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 63
Feb 2 0 65
Mar 3 0 68
Apr 2 0 72
May 3 0 77
Jun 9 0 81
Jul 8 0 81
Aug 8 0 82
Sep 7 0 81
Oct 3 0 77
Nov 2 0 71
Dec 2 0 65

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 19, FL State Senate District 33, FL State House District 80, FL
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Schools

Fort Myers Beach Elementary School
2 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Amikids Southwest Florida
3 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Lexington Middle School
5 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Florida SouthWestern State College
9 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Florida Gulf Coast University
9 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Lee Memorial Hospital
14 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Cape Coral Hospital
14 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Punta Gorda Airport
34 miles, N • 1.9 star
Miami International Airport
110 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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