How much does it cost to rent in Fort Myers, FL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Fort Myers, FL is $1,779. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Fort Myers cheaper than other Florida cities?

Fort Myers is among the more affordable cities in Florida, ranking #241 out of 288 cities at $1,779/mo.

When was Fort Myers rent data last updated?

Fort Myers rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · FL

Fort Myers

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Pop. 95,051·241st most expensive in Florida·Rental market data updated monthly for Fort Myers, FL

Median rent (all units)

$1,779/mo

Year-over-Year

-0.3%

Month-over-Month

-0.2%

vs US Median

-$186

Stable (Monthly)

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Fort Myers · $1,779

More affordable than 55% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

89/100

Great value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 20% below what Fort Myers's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,779/mo

Expected by trend

$2,217/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Fort Myers's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,537

1 BR

$1,546

2 BR

$1,914

3 BR

$2,516

4 BR+

$2,795

Research median

$1,914/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$21,348/yr

At $1,779/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (-0.3% YoY, -0.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Fort Myers, FL is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 32% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

95,051

Median income

$63,732

Median age

41.3

Renters

50.9%

Age distribution

19.1%

22.1%

24%

23.2%

Under 1819.1%

18–3422.1%

35–5424%

55–6411.7%

65+23.2%

Gender

48.9%

51.1%

Male48.9%

Female51.1%

Race & ethnicity

49.6%

22.4%

24.8%

White49.6%

Black22.4%

Hispanic24.8%

Asian2%

Other1.2%

Education (25+)

14.2%

27.5%

26.4%

32%

No HS diploma14.2%

HS diploma27.5%

Some college26.4%

Bachelor's+32%

Housing tenure

49.1%

50.9%

Owner49.1%

Renter50.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Fort Myers, FL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,360 → $1,779

up 30.8%

Income

$51,682 → $63,732

up 23.3%

Population

84,694 → 95,051

up 12.2%

Renter share

51.8% → 50.9%

-0.9 pts

Bachelor's+

30.2% → 32%

+1.8 pts

Median age

40.3 → 41.3

+1.0 yrs

Rent in Fort Myers, FL has increased 30.8% since 2021, going from about $1,360 per month to roughly $1,779 today. Census figures show median household income at $63,732 today, compared with $51,682 five years earlier. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 7.5 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 84,694 to 95,051 between 2021 and 2024, a 12.2% change. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Fort Myers on your salary?

At $1,779/mo, how Fort Myers rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $87,866/yr · Rent = 24.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $62,384/yr · Rent = 34.2% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $71,861/yr · Rent = 29.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $128,442/yr · Rent = 16.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $164,117/yr · Rent = 13% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $58,413/yr · Rent = 36.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $52,740/yr · Rent = 40.5% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $65,007/yr · Rent = 32.8% income

stretched

By apartment size

Fort Myers rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Fort Myers. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Fort Myers, FL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Fort Myers is $1,779/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,537/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,914/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,546/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,516/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($63,732/yr), Fort Myers ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fort Myers an affordable city for renters?

Fort Myers is considered moderate for renters. At $1,779/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($63,732/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fort Myers slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Fort Myers?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $71,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,779/mo in Fort Myers. The local median household income is $63,732/yr, meaning the typical Fort Myers household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fort Myers?

Rent in Fort Myers has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.3% change year over year as of July 2026.

Which Fort Myers neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Fort Myers are 33907 ($1,396/mo), 33901 ($1,543/mo), and 33919 ($1,638/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Fort Myers is $1,779/mo.

How does Fort Myers rent compare to other cities in Florida?

Fort Myers is one of the more affordable cities in Florida for rent, ranking #241 out of 288 tracked cities at $1,779/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Fort Myers?

North Fort Myers is nearby and more affordable at $1,590/mo, which is $189 less than Fort Myers.

What percentage of Fort Myers residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 50.9% of Fort Myers households are renters, while 49.1% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Fort Myers has a strong rental market.

How does Fort Myers rent compare to the national average?

Fort Myers's median rent of $1,779/mo is $186 (9%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Florida, it ranks #241 out of 288 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $1,779/mo, rent takes ~33% of Fort Myers's median household income ($63,732/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Fort Myers 33%Benchmark 30%

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