Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Fort Myers

Affordability in Fort Myers

Fort Myers has a median household income of $63,732 and a median gross rent of $1,580 per month, with 51% of residents renting their homes, according to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024). These figures help show how income-restricted housing in the city -- spanning 865 units across 13 properties -- can provide meaningful relief for cost-burdened renters.

Safety

According to the Fort Myers Police Department's data reported to the FBI Crime Data Explorer, Fort Myers had a violent crime rate of 475 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Fort Myers

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Fort Myers has a Walk Score of 33 ("Car-Dependent") and a Bike Score of 32, both reflecting limited walkability and bikeability for most errands. No Transit Score is available for this area.

• Walk Score: 33 - Car-Dependent
• Bike Score: 32

Most residents will find a personal vehicle helpful for daily trips. LeeTran, the local bus system, serves parts of Fort Myers and may connect some properties to key destinations.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 50 schools across 1 district serve Fort Myers, including 23 elementary, 6 middle, and 20 high schools, plus 1 other. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before applying.

Cost of Renting in Fort Myers

The median household income in Fort Myers is $63,732 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median gross rent is $1,580 per month, which means housing costs can stretch a significant portion of a typical household's budget.

The 865 income-restricted units across 13 HUD-assisted properties in Fort Myers offer rents tied to your income, which can provide meaningful relief compared to market-rate options.

• Median household income: $63,732/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,580/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Share of households that rent: 51% (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environmental Exposure

Of the 13 affordable housing properties mapped in Fort Myers, 2 are located in high-risk flood zones. Fort Myers is a coastal Southwest Florida city and flood exposure is a real consideration for renters -- ask any prospective landlord or property manager whether a unit requires flood insurance or has a history of storm-related damage.