Cost of Living in Estero, FL
Population: 37,258 • 2026 Data
$100,459
Median Household Income
+30% vs national
$1,917
Median Monthly Rent
+42% vs national
$430,500
Median Home Value
+27% vs national
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Estero
The median home value in Estero, FL is $430,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,917, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,493.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.9%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Estero, FL is $100,459. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7%, with a labor force of 14,022 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.