Fort Myers, Florida Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Fort Myers, Florida is 91,730 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 32nd-largest city in Florida. The median household income is $62,160, the median home value is $351,600, and the median age is 40.3.

The population has grown 59.9% since 2010 (62,503 → 99,918).

91,730

Population

2290

People / sq mi

$62,160

Median Income

$351,600

Median Home Value

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Fort Myers covers 40.0 sq mi of land at 2290 people per square mile.

About Fort Myers, FL

Homeownership is the standout figure in Fort Myers: 49.4% of homes are owner-occupied, lower than the national rate. With 91,730 residents, Fort Myers is a city in Florida. It ranks #32 among cities in Florida by population.

Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $62,160, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 12.3%, close to the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $351,600, with typical rent around $1,442.

Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 32.1% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 12.9% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.

Fort Myers city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Fort Myers city had a population of 62,503 in 2010 and 99,918 in 2024, a 59.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 99,918 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 3.42%.

Fort Myers city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

99,918

Population (2024)

62,503

Population (2010)

99,918

Peak (2024)

3.42%

Avg Annual Growth

Year	Population	Change	Annual %	Source
2010	62,503	-	-	estimate
2011	63,818	+1,315	+2.10%	estimate
2012	65,504	+1,686	+2.64%	estimate
2013	67,802	+2,298	+3.51%	estimate
2014	70,449	+2,647	+3.90%	estimate
2015	73,470	+3,021	+4.29%	estimate
2016	76,752	+3,282	+4.47%	estimate
2017	80,015	+3,263	+4.25%	estimate
2018	82,229	+2,214	+2.77%	estimate
2019	87,103	+4,874	+5.93%	estimate
2020	87,288	+185	+0.21%	estimate
2021	93,307	+6,019	+6.90%	estimate
2022	96,324	+3,017	+3.23%	estimate
2023	98,378	+2,054	+2.13%	estimate
2024	99,918	+1,540	+1.57%	estimate

Race & Ethnicity

White	53.2%
Black or African American	22.2%
Asian	0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)	2.2%
Two or More Races	0.0%

Economy & Income

$62,160

Median Household Income

$40,081

Per Capita Income

12.3%

Poverty Rate

2.3%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$351,600

Median Home Value

$1,442

Median Rent

49.4%

Owner-Occupied

Education

85.8%

High School+

32.1%

Bachelor's+

Commute

1.3%

Drive Alone

69.5%

Public Transit

12.9%

Work From Home

24.9 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

42.7%

Foreign Born

72.2%

Non-English at Home

6.3%

Veterans

13.0%

With Disability

83.4%

Health Insurance

94.3%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management	21.7%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate	14.2%
Construction	13.2%
Education, Health Care & Social Services	10.7%
Retail Trade	6.3%
Information	5.4%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services	5.0%
Public Administration	3.7%
Manufacturing	3.3%
Transportation & Warehousing	1.4%
Agriculture & Mining	0.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Fort Myers, Florida has a population of 91,730 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 32nd-largest city in Florida.

The median household income in Fort Myers, Florida is $62,160, with 12.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Fort Myers, Florida is $351,600, with median monthly rent at $1,442 and a homeownership rate of 49.4%.

The median age in Fort Myers, Florida is 40.3 years. The population is 49.4% male and 50.6% female.

The population has grown 59.9% since 2010 (62,503 → 99,918).

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Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.