What are the schools like in North Fort Myers, FL?

North Fort Myers is served primarily by LEE. The district operates 61 elementary schools, 18 middle schools, and 33 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 20.5:1.

What is the median household income in North Fort Myers?

The median household income in North Fort Myers, FL is $53,705 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.0%.

What is the weather like in North Fort Myers, FL?

North Fort Myers has an average high temperature of 75.0°F in January and 91.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.4 inches.

North Fort Myers, FL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is North Fort Myers, FL affordable or expensive?

North Fort Myers's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means North Fort Myers is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $122,100 and the median rent is $1,100 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in North Fort Myers, FL?

Crime rate data for North Fort Myers is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is North Fort Myers, FL a Good Place to Live?

North Fort Myers is a small city of 42,492 in Florida, with a median household income of $53,705 and a 5.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: North Fort Myers stands out for below-average home prices, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether North Fort Myers is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All North Fort Myers city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 97.3

North Fort Myers's overall cost of living index is 97.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in North Fort Myers costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	North Fort Myers, FL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$122,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,100	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	85.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$53,705	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for North Fort Myers is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

North Fort Myers is served primarily by LEE. The student-to-teacher ratio is 20.5:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	North Fort Myers, FL	National Avg
School District	LEE	—
Elementary Schools	61	—
Middle Schools	18	—
High Schools	33	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	20.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	20.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

North Fort Myers sees average highs of 75.0°F in January and 91.6°F in July, with 62.4 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	North Fort Myers, FL
Average High — January	75.0°F
Average High — July	91.6°F
Annual Precipitation	62.4"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	North Fort Myers, FL	National Avg
Population	42,492	—
Median Age	64.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	88.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.2%	18.9%
Asian	1.5%	6.3%
Under 18	9.4%	22.2%
65 and over	47.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Suncoast Estates, FL 2 mi Tice, FL 3 mi Palmona Park, FL 4 mi Fort Myers Shores, FL 6 mi Lochmoor Waterway Estates, FL 6 mi

ZIP Codes in North Fort Myers

North Fort Myers, FL is covered by 2 ZIP codes:

33917 33903

North Fort Myers vs Other Cities

North Fort Myers, FL vs Suncoast Estates, FL North Fort Myers, FL vs Tice, FL North Fort Myers, FL vs Palmona Park, FL North Fort Myers, FL vs Fort Myers Shores, FL North Fort Myers, FL vs Lochmoor Waterway Estates, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Fort Myers, FL affordable or expensive?

North Fort Myers's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes North Fort Myers roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $122,100 and median rent is $1,100/month.

What is the crime rate in North Fort Myers, FL?

Crime data for North Fort Myers is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in North Fort Myers?

Public schools in North Fort Myers are operated by LEE. The district has 61 elementary, 18 middle, and 33 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 20.5:1. 20.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is North Fort Myers, FL a good place to live?

North Fort Myers, FL has a population of 42,492, a median household income of $53,705, and an unemployment rate of 5.0%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in North Fort Myers?

North Fort Myers averages 75.0°F in January and 91.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 62.4 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in North Fort Myers?

North Fort Myers, FL is covered by 2 ZIP codes: 33917, 33903.

What is the population of North Fort Myers?

The population of North Fort Myers, Florida is 42,492 with a median age of 64.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in North Fort Myers?

Key numbers for living in North Fort Myers: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $122,100, median household income $53,705, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare North Fort Myers side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.