Lee
6.7
High score (8-10)
Cape Coral is one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States and has a distinctively high concentration of German, Austrian, and Dutch expats — the Cape Coral German community is genuine enough that German is functionally a third language in some neighborhoods. Fort Myers brings a younger professional and college demographic via Florida Gulf Coast University. The waterway network throughout Cape Coral means boat culture is the actual social infrastructure. The cost of living is lower than Naples while the social access is comparable.
Mid score (6-8) · Your profile
Lee County sprawls between Fort Myers, Cape Coral, and the barrier islands of Sanibel and Captiva. The social scene is real but geographically dispersed. The German/European expat community in Cape Coral has its own social orbit that can be hard to break into cold.
Lower score (below 6)
Parts of Fort Myers — particularly south Fort Myers — have significant poverty and crime. The barrier islands are expensive and seasonal. Hurricane Ian in 2022 severely damaged parts of the county and reconstruction has been uneven.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Lee, Florida?
$63k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Lee, Florida?
Women marry at 28
How common is a college degree in Lee, Florida?
29% men have degree
What's the average male height in Lee, Florida?
176 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Lee, Florida?
Local women avg 29.6