Fort Myers Beach, FL is a beautiful coastal town located in Southwest Florida with a population of 5,687 and a population density of 2,558 people per square mile. Situated along the Gulf of Mexico it is known for its crystal clear waters, white sand beaches and lush vegetation. Local businesses range from hotels to restaurants to boutiques offering unique gifts and souvenirs. Year-round outdoor activities include fishing, kayaking, snorkeling, stand up paddle boarding, dolphin tours, beach combing and sunbathing. There are several organizations in town such as Friends of Fort Myers Beach Library and the Fort Myers Beach Community Foundation that work to enhance the quality of life for locals and visitors alike. There is also an array of local sporting events such as beach volleyball tournaments held throughout the year at Fort Myers Beach Sports Complex.
The population in Fort Myers Beach is 5,687. There are 2,044 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Fort Myers Beach is 65.4, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Fort Myers Beach is 1.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Fort Myers Beach
- 62.9% are married
- 17.9% are divorced
- 3.4% are married with children
- 5.4% have children, but are single
Race in Fort Myers Beach
- 94.6% are White
- 0.3% are Black
- 0.7% are Asian
- 0.3% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 2.9% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander