Cape Coral-Fort Myers Fair Market Rent 2026
HUD Fair Market Rent data for the Cape Coral-Fort Myers metropolitan area. Median household income: $72,521/year. Vacancy rate: 8.2%.
2BR FMR
$1,171/mo
Median Income
$72,521
Vacancy Rate
8.2%
Rent Burden
19.4%
Fair Market Rent by Bedroom Size
Affordability Analysis
Based on the 30% rule, a household earning the median income of $72,521/year can afford up to $1,813/mo in rent.
The 2BR FMR of $1,171/mo represents 19.4% of median income, which is within the 30% affordability threshold.
Rental Market Conditions
The vacancy rate of 8.2% in Cape Coral-Fort Myers indicates a loose rental market. Higher vacancy gives renters more options and potential leverage on pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Cape Coral-Fort Myers?
The 2026 HUD FMR for a 2-bedroom in the Cape Coral-Fort Myers metro area is $1,171/month. 1BR: $985, 3BR: $1,479.
What is the vacancy rate in Cape Coral-Fort Myers?
The rental vacancy rate in Cape Coral-Fort Myers is 8.2%. A rate below 5% typically indicates a tight rental market.
Is Cape Coral-Fort Myers affordable for renters?
With a median income of $72,521 and 2BR rent at $1,171/mo, rent takes about 19% of income in Cape Coral-Fort Myers.
Compare with Other Metro Areas
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara
2BR: $2,412/mo
New York-Newark-Jersey City
2BR: $2,293/mo
San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley
2BR: $2,200/mo
Honolulu
2BR: $1,937/mo
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim
2BR: $1,888/mo
San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad
2BR: $1,856/mo
Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura
2BR: $1,761/mo
Santa Cruz-Watsonville
2BR: $1,760/mo
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