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2026 Compare Cities Overview:
West Melbourne, FL vs Fort Myers, FL

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Are people in Fort Myers older or younger than people in West Melbourne?
- The Median Age in Fort Myers is 1.2 years younger than in West Melbourne.

Are housing costs cheaper in Fort Myers or West Melbourne?
- Fort Myers housing costs are 15.0% less expensive than West Melbourne housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Fort Myers or West Melbourne?
- The average commute for residents of Fort Myers is 5.3 minutes longer than it is for residents of West Melbourne.

Things to do in West Melbourne?
West Melbourne is an incorporated city located in Brevard County, Florida featuring plenty of attractions such as exploring its multiple trails perfect for biking or jogging plus nearby Wickham Park offers stunning views great for outdoor activities. Additionally there are lots of locally owned stores and eateries providing unique items or delicious cuisine ideal for any budget during their stay here!

Things to do in Fort Myers?
Fort Myers, Florida is located in the Southwest corner of the state and offers a wide variety of attractions ranging from historical sites like the Edison & Ford Winter Estates to beautiful beaches such as Lovers Key State Park.

 West Melbourne, FLFort Myers, FLUnited States
 Population  Unlock84,694329,725,481
 Median Income$76,848  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock40.338.4
 Avg. Home Price$411,200  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock5.3%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time19.5  Unlock26.38
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Ethan · San Carlos Park, FL
Expensive Hot Garbage
Over 2 years ago

I've lived here for most of my 30 years. I'm moving my family away in a few months. Here are the reasons: Climate- it's hot. Unbearably hot. And it's going to get  More

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Jonathan · Fort Myers, FL
Moved in for love out for beautiful crazy Florida
Over 5 years ago

I can't wait for all the replies especially from people that are from Florida or from up North that had to deal with extreme ice and snow. But I can honestly say in the  More

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aggie · North Fort Myers, FL
Nothing but golf, unbearable heat and phonies
Over 5 years ago

I've lived in SW Florida on & off for most of my life. When my family first came here over 40 years ago the waterways teemed with fish & wildlife and the beaches,  More

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