img
Change text size A

Write a Review About Fort Myers For A Chance to Win A $100 Amazon Gift Card

Back
Fort Myers Florida
Overall Rating
Star ratings are calculated by averaging a community’s percentile score for each individual category.

Read more

4.27 out of 5 stars
See detailed scores arrow-d-ic

Fort Myers or Ft. Myers, is the county seat and commercial center of Lee County, Florida, United States. It has grown rapidly in recent years. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 62,298 and in 2016 was estimated at 77,146.
Fort Myers is a gateway to the Southwest Florida region and a major tourist destination within Florida. The winter estates of Thomas Edison ("Seminole Lodge") and Henry Ford ("The Mangoes") are major attractions. The city is named after Colonel Abraham Myers.

Become a community envoy on AgeFriendly.com Claim this city
Would you recommend Fort Myers, FL
to your older friends and family?

reviews (72)

Neighborhoods
Sort by

very friendly people of all ages, though higher percentage of retired, and northerners. Very engaging, people have various activities to share in - swim aerobics, sports, bikes, community gatherings.

Was this review helpful? 0

A very popular retirement destination. Lots for seniors to do.

Was this review helpful? 0

Excellent retirement destination

Was this review helpful? 0

This is a very welcoming and friendly place for seniors. It's well known as a popular retirement destination. There are many excellent senior communities here.

Was this review helpful? 0

Various ethnic groups from other countries who do not wish to be involved or speak English!!

Was this review helpful? 0

Your photo has been submitted and will appear on the city page after Admin’s approval. Thanks!