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Fort Myers, Florida
River city living with beach access.
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At a glance
92,000
Population
47
Median age
$58,000
Median income
$385,000
Median home price
0.95%/yr
Property tax
$3,900
Monthly budget
101 (100=avg)
Cost of living
271/yr
Sunny days
44/100
Walk score
RSW — Fort Myers (25 min)
Airport
4/5
Healthcare
62/100
Safety
Climate: Tropical, warm year-round · State tax: No state income tax
Why retire in Fort Myers?
Fort Myers offers riverfront living and easy access to Sanibel and Fort Myers Beach at a more approachable price than its southern neighbors.
Pros
- Affordable Gulf-coast entry point
- Good golf & boating
- No state income tax
- Historic downtown revival
Consider
- Recovering from recent hurricanes
- Summer heat
- Traffic on major corridors
Lifestyle
River District dining, island day-trips, golf, and fishing.
Housing options
Riverfront condos, gated golf communities, and affordable single-family homes; active new construction.
Healthcare
Lee Health operates a large regional system with several campuses.
Senior living resources
Numerous 55+ golf communities
Senior centers & YMCA programs
Boating & fishing clubs
Faith communities
Local housing market
$385,000
Median sale price
68
Avg days on market
+2% yr/yr
Appreciation