Cost of Living in Cape Coral, FL
Population: 206,387 • 2026 Data
$76,062
Median Household Income
-2% vs national
$1,751
Median Monthly Rent
+30% vs national
$339,200
Median Home Value
+0% vs national
4.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Cape Coral
The median home value in Cape Coral, FL is $339,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,751, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,523.
Rent-to-income ratio: 27.6%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Cape Coral, FL is $76,062. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1%, with a labor force of 100,951 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.