Cost of Living in Fort Pierce, FL
Population: 48,094 • 2026 Data
$46,745
Median Household Income
-40% vs national
$1,194
Median Monthly Rent
-11% vs national
$220,500
Median Home Value
-35% vs national
9.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Fort Pierce
The median home value in Fort Pierce, FL is $220,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,194, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,131.
Rent-to-income ratio: 30.7%. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, indicating housing costs may be a burden for median-income households.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Fort Pierce, FL is $46,745. The unemployment rate stands at 9.7%, with a labor force of 20,758 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.