Lee County, FL Map & Demographics

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Lee County Overview

$41,332
PER CAPITA INCOME
$81,979
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$69,368
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
23.8%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
76.2¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,511
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.48
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
772,902
TOTAL POPULATION
380,685
MALE POPULATION
392,217
FEMALE POPULATION
97.06
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.03
FEMALES / 100 MALES
49.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
348,456
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Lee County Area Codes

Income in Lee County

Income Overview in Lee County

Per Capita Income in Lee County is $41,332, while median incomes of families and households are $81,979 and $69,368 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income772,902$41,332
Median Family Income202,830$81,979
Mean Family Income202,830$113,350
Median Household Income311,348$69,368
Mean Household Income311,348$97,521
Income Deficit202,830$10,511
Wage / Income Gap (%)772,90223.78%
Wage / Income Gap ($)772,90276.22¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index772,9020.48

Earnings by Sex in Lee County

Average Earnings in Lee County are $37,291, $42,676 for men and $32,526 for women, a difference of 23.8%.
Earnings by Sex in Lee County
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male190,685 (52.5%)$42,676
Female172,652 (47.5%)$32,526
Total363,337 (100.0%)$37,291

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lee County

The most common earnings brackets in Lee County are $100,000+ for men (25,890 | 13.6%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (14,831 | 8.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lee County
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less6,412 (3.4%)8,361 (4.8%)
$2,500 to $4,9994,465 (2.3%)7,077 (4.1%)
$5,000 to $7,4995,640 (3.0%)6,828 (4.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9993,948 (2.1%)5,823 (3.4%)
$10,000 to $12,4995,731 (3.0%)7,429 (4.3%)
$12,500 to $14,9994,309 (2.3%)6,229 (3.6%)
$15,000 to $17,4995,712 (3.0%)5,906 (3.4%)
$17,500 to $19,9994,379 (2.3%)4,597 (2.7%)
$20,000 to $22,4995,107 (2.7%)6,507 (3.8%)
$22,500 to $24,9996,331 (3.3%)7,072 (4.1%)
$25,000 to $29,99913,305 (7.0%)14,831 (8.6%)
$30,000 to $34,99912,640 (6.6%)12,256 (7.1%)
$35,000 to $39,99911,298 (5.9%)9,986 (5.8%)
$40,000 to $44,99910,465 (5.5%)10,129 (5.9%)
$45,000 to $49,99911,445 (6.0%)9,039 (5.2%)
$50,000 to $54,9999,387 (4.9%)8,730 (5.1%)
$55,000 to $64,99915,524 (8.1%)11,674 (6.8%)
$65,000 to $74,99911,942 (6.3%)7,436 (4.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99916,755 (8.8%)11,776 (6.8%)
$100,000+25,890 (13.6%)10,966 (6.4%)
Total190,685 (100.0%)172,652 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lee County

Average earnings in Lee County are $46,928 for men and $36,556 for women, a difference of 22.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $81,949, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $33,482. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $60,226, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,668.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lee County
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$33,482$22,668
High School Diploma$41,099$29,224
College or Associate's Degree$46,681$35,184
Bachelor's Degree$63,068$48,308
Graduate Degree$81,949$60,226
Total$46,928$36,556

Family Income in Lee County

Family Income Brackets in Lee County

According to the Lee County family income data, there are 40,160 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 3,448 families (1.7%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Lee County
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0006,2883.1%
$10,000 to $14,9993,4481.7%
$15,000 to $24,9998,5194.2%
$25,000 to $34,99912,9816.4%
$35,000 to $49,99921,70310.7%
$50,000 to $74,99938,94319.2%
$75,000 to $99,99931,43915.5%
$100,000 to $149,99940,16019.8%
$150,000 to $199,99916,4298.1%
$200,000+22,92011.3%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lee County

7+ person families (1,790 | 0.9%) account for the highest median family income in Lee County with $97,778 per family, while 2-person families (125,555 | 61.9%) have the highest median income of $40,279 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lee County
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families125,555 (61.9%)$80,558
3-Person Families33,775 (16.7%)$79,660
4-Person Families26,227 (12.9%)$86,138
5-Person Families11,824 (5.8%)$86,360
6-Person Families3,659 (1.8%)$74,272
7+ Person Families1,790 (0.9%)$97,778
Total202,830 (100.0%)$81,979

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lee County

The median family income in Lee County is $81,979, with families comprising 3+ earners (14,768) having the highest median family income of $118,649, while families with no earners (58,835) have the lowest median family income of $66,398, accounting for 7.3% and 29.0% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Lee County
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners58,835 (29.0%)$66,398
1 Earner60,942 (30.0%)$66,876
2 Earners68,285 (33.7%)$99,734
3+ Earners14,768 (7.3%)$118,649
Total202,830 (100.0%)$81,979

Household Income in Lee County

Household Income Brackets in Lee County

With 58,222 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Lee County, accounting for 18.7% of all households. In contrast, only 9,963 households (3.2%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Lee County
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00016,5015.3%
$10,000 to $14,9999,9633.2%
$15,000 to $24,99921,4836.9%
$25,000 to $34,99925,2198.1%
$35,000 to $49,99936,11611.6%
$50,000 to $74,99958,22218.7%
$75,000 to $99,99944,21114.2%
$100,000 to $149,99951,68416.6%
$150,000 to $199,99920,2386.5%
$200,000+27,7108.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Lee County

The median household income in Lee County is $69,368, with the highest median household income of $78,612 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 104,213 households (33.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $47,198, with 5,346 households (1.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Lee County
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years5,346 (1.7%)$47,198
25 to 44 Years71,390 (22.9%)$74,225
45 to 64 Years104,213 (33.5%)$78,612
65+ Years130,399 (41.9%)$61,269
Total311,348 (100.0%)$69,368

Poverty in Lee County

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lee County

With 10.7% poverty level for males and 12.7% for females among the residents of Lee County, under 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3,844 males (22.1%) and 651 females (19.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lee County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3,844 (22.1%)2,725 (16.4%)
5 Years522 (16.3%)651 (19.4%)
6 to 11 Years3,639 (16.7%)3,917 (18.3%)
12 to 14 Years2,490 (19.3%)1,673 (15.0%)
15 Years369 (8.9%)481 (14.1%)
16 and 17 Years1,241 (15.3%)1,041 (13.0%)
18 to 24 Years3,810 (14.6%)4,052 (15.9%)
25 to 34 Years4,155 (10.0%)5,892 (14.5%)
35 to 44 Years3,048 (7.5%)4,767 (12.0%)
45 to 54 Years3,147 (7.3%)4,522 (10.2%)
55 to 64 Years5,203 (10.1%)6,822 (11.9%)
65 to 74 Years4,870 (8.7%)5,467 (8.8%)
75 Years and over3,786 (7.8%)7,008 (13.2%)
Total40,124 (10.7%)49,018 (12.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lee County

According to the poverty statistics in Lee County, males aged 45 to 54 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 92.7% of males and 91.2% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lee County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years13,573 (77.9%)13,881 (83.6%)
5 Years2,680 (83.7%)2,698 (80.6%)
6 to 11 Years18,188 (83.3%)17,470 (81.7%)
12 to 14 Years10,437 (80.7%)9,498 (85.0%)
15 Years3,769 (91.1%)2,929 (85.9%)
16 and 17 Years6,853 (84.7%)6,980 (87.0%)
18 to 24 Years22,220 (85.4%)21,454 (84.1%)
25 to 34 Years37,254 (90.0%)34,773 (85.5%)
35 to 44 Years37,346 (92.4%)35,060 (88.0%)
45 to 54 Years40,049 (92.7%)39,672 (89.8%)
55 to 64 Years46,201 (89.9%)50,420 (88.1%)
65 to 74 Years51,200 (91.3%)56,799 (91.2%)
75 Years and over45,008 (92.2%)46,260 (86.8%)
Total334,778 (89.3%)337,894 (87.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lee County

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Lee County show that 5.2% or 8,387 of the total 159,687 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 12.2%, comprising of 874 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.8%, which includes 5,635 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lee County
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children112,261 (95.2%)5,635 (4.8%)
1 or 2 Children32,218 (94.7%)1,818 (5.3%)
3 or 4 Children6,292 (87.8%)874 (12.2%)
5 or more Children529 (89.8%)60 (10.2%)
Total151,300 (94.8%)8,387 (5.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lee County

According to the poverty data in Lee County, 12.8% or 1,715 single-father households and 21.1% or 6,274 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 73 households (44.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 92 households (53.2%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lee County
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children484 (8.2%)1,293 (9.7%)
1 or 2 Children842 (13.2%)3,336 (25.5%)
3 or 4 Children316 (32.8%)1,553 (48.5%)
5 or more Children73 (44.0%)92 (53.2%)
Total1,715 (12.8%)6,274 (21.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lee County

The poverty data for Lee County shows that 8,387 of the married-couple family households (5.2%) and 7,989 of the single-parent households (18.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 874 households (12.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 165 household (48.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lee County
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children5,635 (4.8%)1,777 (9.3%)
1 or 2 Children1,818 (5.3%)4,178 (21.5%)
3 or 4 Children874 (12.2%)1,869 (44.9%)
5 or more Children60 (10.2%)165 (48.7%)
Total8,387 (5.2%)7,989 (18.5%)

Race in Lee County

The most populous races in Lee County are White / Caucasian (574,580 | 74.3%), Hispanic or Latino (178,802 | 23.1%), and Two or more Races (88,932 | 11.5%).
Race in Lee County
Race# Population% Population
Asian12,8681.7%
Black / African American62,1268.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific5040.1%
Hispanic or Latino178,80223.1%
Native / Alaskan1,7820.2%
White / Caucasian574,58074.3%
Two or more Races88,93211.5%
Some other Race32,1104.2%
Total772,902100.0%

Ancestry in Lee County

The most populous ancestries reported in Lee County are German (103,517 | 13.4%), American (85,804 | 11.1%), Irish (83,076 | 10.7%), English (68,186 | 8.8%), and Italian (60,577 | 7.8%), together accounting for 51.9% of all Lee County residents.
Ancestry in Lee County
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan300.0%
African2,1560.3%
Alaska Native380.0%
Albanian1750.0%
American85,80411.1%
Apache320.0%
Arab2,4460.3%
Argentinean1,0990.1%
Armenian7300.1%
Australian1200.0%
Austrian2,3480.3%
Bahamian2060.0%
Barbadian2810.0%
Basque200.0%
Belgian8900.1%
Belizean3340.0%
Bermudan220.0%
Bhutanese7910.1%
Blackfeet2280.0%
Bolivian4910.1%
Brazilian3,5770.5%
British4,4840.6%
British West Indian3140.0%
Bulgarian720.0%
Burmese6040.1%
Cajun700.0%
Cambodian220.0%
Canadian4,4270.6%
Cape Verdean700.0%
Carpatho Rusyn370.0%
Celtic1190.0%
Central American23,0323.0%
Central American Indian1,2940.2%
Cherokee9930.1%
Cheyenne80.0%
Chickasaw300.0%
Chilean4450.1%
Chippewa1040.0%
Choctaw1140.0%
Colombian7,7921.0%
Costa Rican1,0680.1%
Cree20.0%
Croatian1,0370.1%
Cuban48,3206.2%
Czech3,8510.5%
Czechoslovakian1,0480.1%
Danish1,8490.2%
Delaware30.0%
Dominican8,3631.1%
Dutch7,7601.0%
Dutch West Indian530.0%
Eastern European1,9190.3%
Ecuadorian2,0150.3%
Egyptian2170.0%
English68,1868.8%
Estonian330.0%
Ethiopian210.0%
European9,7681.3%
Filipino1120.0%
Finnish1,4620.2%
French15,1352.0%
French American Indian600.0%
French Canadian4,5430.6%
German103,51713.4%
German Russian110.0%
Ghanaian1330.0%
Greek2,9180.4%
Guamanian / Chamorro350.0%
Guatemalan11,7531.5%
Guyanese1,1620.2%
Haitian14,3801.9%
Honduran5,0310.6%
Hungarian4,7420.6%
Icelander540.0%
Indian (Asian)3,6610.5%
Indonesian620.0%
Iranian2480.0%
Iraqi520.0%
Irish83,07610.7%
Iroquois1120.0%
Israeli2030.0%
Italian60,5777.8%
Jamaican4,7130.6%
Japanese1830.0%
Jordanian290.0%
Kenyan280.0%
Kiowa390.0%
Korean4,3320.6%
Laotian1500.0%
Latvian780.0%
Lebanese1,0760.1%
Liberian120.0%
Lithuanian2,2940.3%
Lumbee110.0%
Luxembourger600.0%
Macedonian1080.0%
Malaysian5550.1%
Maltese1770.0%
Mexican39,6855.1%
Mexican American Indian5490.1%
Mongolian410.0%
Moroccan1620.0%
Native Hawaiian2060.0%
Navajo250.0%
New Zealander160.0%
Nicaraguan3,2180.4%
Nigerian4110.1%
Northern European5170.1%
Norwegian7,3780.9%
Okinawan460.0%
Osage150.0%
Ottawa1820.0%
Pakistani3440.0%
Palestinian1570.0%
Panamanian6420.1%
Paraguayan450.0%
Pennsylvania German2430.0%
Peruvian2,5110.3%
Polish24,5623.2%
Portuguese3,5780.5%
Potawatomi740.0%
Pueblo210.0%
Puerto Rican36,0604.7%
Romanian1,1960.2%
Russian5,7020.7%
Salvadoran1,3200.2%
Samoan1720.0%
Scandinavian1,7970.2%
Scotch-Irish6,5830.9%
Scottish12,9261.7%
Seminole1050.0%
Serbian2600.0%
Sierra Leonean740.0%
Sioux440.0%
Slavic6630.1%
Slovak1,9590.3%
Slovene5050.1%
South African2620.0%
South American17,8922.3%
South American Indian1650.0%
Spaniard1,1160.1%
Spanish9720.1%
Spanish American Indian310.0%
Sri Lankan2,1410.3%
Subsaharan African3,2920.4%
Swedish8,6971.1%
Swiss2,0090.3%
Syrian4170.1%
Thai3,2190.4%
Tongan250.0%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian8800.1%
Turkish3790.1%
U.S. Virgin Islander1750.0%
Ukrainian2,2990.3%
Uruguayan6350.1%
Ute210.0%
Venezuelan2,8160.4%
Vietnamese1390.0%
Welsh3,8200.5%
West Indian6450.1%
Yaqui490.0%
Yugoslavian6450.1%
Zimbabwean730.0%
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Immigrants in Lee County

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Lee County came from Latin America (100,713 | 13.0%), Caribbean (52,383 | 6.8%), Cuba (31,798 | 4.1%), Central America (31,081 | 4.0%), and South America (17,249 | 2.2%), together accounting for 30.2% of all Lee County residents.
Immigrants in Lee County
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa1,1140.1%
Albania1350.0%
Argentina6500.1%
Asia10,6741.4%
Australia350.0%
Austria2240.0%
Azores50.0%
Bahamas3200.0%
Bangladesh2380.0%
Barbados3420.0%
Belarus800.0%
Belgium560.0%
Belize1340.0%
Bolivia4120.1%
Bosnia and Herzegovina2140.0%
Brazil3,7660.5%
Bulgaria300.0%
Cambodia710.0%
Canada7,3120.9%
Caribbean52,3836.8%
Central America31,0814.0%
Chile3790.1%
China2,1080.3%
Colombia5,4870.7%
Costa Rica7510.1%
Croatia3340.0%
Cuba31,7984.1%
Czechoslovakia8370.1%
Denmark840.0%
Dominica1310.0%
Dominican Republic4,4490.6%
Eastern Africa2820.0%
Eastern Asia2,4850.3%
Eastern Europe5,1710.7%
Ecuador1,1700.2%
Egypt1630.0%
El Salvador1,0970.1%
England1,6280.2%
Ethiopia210.0%
Europe15,7172.0%
Fiji430.0%
France1770.0%
Germany3,4940.4%
Ghana70.0%
Greece2180.0%
Grenada620.0%
Guatemala7,8051.0%
Guyana9710.1%
Haiti9,8411.3%
Honduras3,8170.5%
Hong Kong950.0%
Hungary4170.1%
India1,6110.2%
Indonesia150.0%
Iran2870.0%
Iraq470.0%
Ireland6130.1%
Israel2530.0%
Italy1,1470.2%
Jamaica4,0430.5%
Japan860.0%
Jordan410.0%
Kazakhstan190.0%
Kenya320.0%
Korea2910.0%
Kuwait170.0%
Laos3250.0%
Latin America100,71313.0%
Latvia860.0%
Lebanon3950.1%
Liberia120.0%
Lithuania950.0%
Malaysia260.0%
Mexico15,1682.0%
Middle Africa220.0%
Moldova1250.0%
Morocco1380.0%
Nepal720.0%
Netherlands5520.1%
Nicaragua1,9090.3%
North Macedonia240.0%
Northern Africa3230.0%
Northern Europe4,0270.5%
Norway530.0%
Oceania1620.0%
Pakistan2070.0%
Panama4000.1%
Peru1,4740.2%
Philippines2,5220.3%
Poland1,2850.2%
Portugal2800.0%
Romania4950.1%
Russia4480.1%
Scotland1630.0%
Serbia60.0%
Sierra Leone500.0%
Singapore190.0%
South Africa3130.0%
South America17,2492.2%
South Central Asia2,7990.4%
South Eastern Asia4,3840.6%
Southern Europe1,8430.2%
Spain1350.0%
Sri Lanka1470.0%
St. Vincent and the Grenadines480.0%
Sweden1910.0%
Switzerland1110.0%
Syria540.0%
Taiwan1020.0%
Thailand930.0%
Trinidad and Tobago8380.1%
Turkey1640.0%
Ukraine3320.0%
Uruguay3540.1%
Uzbekistan2000.0%
Venezuela2,5050.3%
Vietnam1,2440.2%
West Indies100.0%
Western Africa1460.0%
Western Asia9820.1%
Western Europe4,6760.6%
Zimbabwe550.0%
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Sex and Age in Lee County

Sex and Age in Lee County

The most populous age groups in Lee County are 70 to 74 Years (28,537 | 7.5%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (31,524 | 8.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Lee County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years17,628 (4.6%)16,752 (4.3%)
5 to 9 Years17,002 (4.5%)18,334 (4.7%)
10 to 14 Years21,389 (5.6%)18,007 (4.6%)
15 to 19 Years20,866 (5.5%)20,010 (5.1%)
20 to 24 Years19,904 (5.2%)19,675 (5.0%)
25 to 29 Years20,784 (5.5%)20,104 (5.1%)
30 to 34 Years21,129 (5.6%)20,713 (5.3%)
35 to 39 Years20,827 (5.5%)21,376 (5.4%)
40 to 44 Years19,975 (5.2%)18,484 (4.7%)
45 to 49 Years20,828 (5.5%)20,852 (5.3%)
50 to 54 Years22,621 (5.9%)23,403 (6.0%)
55 to 59 Years24,325 (6.4%)27,130 (6.9%)
60 to 64 Years27,330 (7.2%)30,152 (7.7%)
65 to 69 Years27,824 (7.3%)31,524 (8.0%)
70 to 74 Years28,537 (7.5%)30,873 (7.9%)
75 to 79 Years24,118 (6.3%)23,374 (6.0%)
80 to 84 Years14,143 (3.7%)16,458 (4.2%)
85 Years and over11,455 (3.0%)14,996 (3.8%)
Total380,685 (100.0%)392,217 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Lee County

Median Family Size in Lee County

The median family size in Lee County is 2.98 persons per family, with single female/mother families (29,775 | 14.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.46 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (159,687 | 78.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.87 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Lee County
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple159,687 (78.7%)2.87
Single Male/Father13,368 (6.6%)3.29
Single Female/Mother29,775 (14.7%)3.46
Total Families202,830 (100.0%)2.98

Median Household Size in Lee County

The median household size in Lee County is 2.44 persons per household, with single male/father households (13,368 | 4.3%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.75 persons per household. non-family households (108,518 | 34.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.27 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Lee County
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple159,687 (51.3%)2.89
Single Male/Father13,368 (4.3%)3.75
Single Female/Mother29,775 (9.6%)3.75
Non-family108,518 (34.8%)1.27
Total Households311,348 (100.0%)2.44

Household Size by Marriage Status in Lee County

Out of a total of 311,348 households in Lee County, 202,830 (65.1%) are family households, while 108,518 (34.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 120,158, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 88,615.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lee County
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-88,615 (28.5%)
2-Person Households120,158 (38.6%)17,867 (5.7%)
3-Person Households34,458 (11.1%)1,494 (0.5%)
4-Person Households28,192 (9.0%)386 (0.1%)
5-Person Households13,619 (4.4%)122 (0.0%)
6-Person Households4,236 (1.4%)8 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households2,167 (0.7%)26 (0.0%)
Total202,830 (65.1%)108,518 (34.8%)

Female Fertility in Lee County

Fertility by Age in Lee County

Average fertility rate in Lee County is 50.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 94.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 78.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Lee County
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years56 (0.8%)3.0
20 to 34 years5,694 (78.2%)94.0
35 to 50 years1,530 (21.0%)23.0
Total7,280 (100.0%)50.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lee County

61.3% of women with births (7,280) in Lee County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 20.7% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lee County
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)56 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years3,251 (57.1%)2,443 (42.9%)
35 to 50 years1,213 (79.3%)317 (20.7%)
Total4,463 (61.3%)2,817 (38.7%)

Fertility by Education in Lee County

Average fertility rate in Lee County is 50.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 55.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 32.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Lee County
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School1,209 (16.6%)47.0
High School Diploma1,745 (24.0%)47.0
College or Associate's Degree2,348 (32.3%)52.0
Bachelor's Degree1,338 (18.4%)52.0
Graduate Degree640 (8.8%)55.0
Total7,280 (100.0%)50.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lee County

38.7% of women with births in Lee County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 91.7% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 64.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lee County
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School734 (60.7%)475 (39.3%)
High School Diploma619 (35.5%)1,126 (64.5%)
College or Associate's Degree1,573 (67.0%)775 (33.0%)
Bachelor's Degree951 (71.1%)387 (28.9%)
Graduate Degree587 (91.7%)53 (8.3%)
Total4,463 (61.3%)2,817 (38.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Lee County

Employment by Class of Employer in Lee County

Among the 326,302 employed individuals in Lee County, private company employees (227,000 | 69.6%), local government employees (23,247 | 7.1%), and self-employed (incorporated) (22,076 | 6.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Lee County
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees227,00069.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)22,0766.8%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)20,5696.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations20,7776.4%
Local Government Employees23,2477.1%
State Government Employees6,9252.1%
Federal Government Employees5,2021.6%
Unpaid Family Workers5060.2%
Total326,302100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Lee County

According to the labor force statistics for Lee County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (656,226), 53.1% or 348,456 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.5% or 15,681 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 83.6% or 34,182 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 10.2% or 1,318 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Lee County
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years12,925 (38.8%)1,318 (10.2%)
20 to 24 Years31,267 (79.0%)2,470 (7.9%)
25 to 29 Years34,182 (83.6%)1,265 (3.7%)
30 to 34 Years34,143 (81.6%)1,571 (4.6%)
35 to 44 Years67,433 (83.6%)2,158 (3.2%)
45 to 54 Years71,128 (81.1%)2,703 (3.8%)
55 to 59 Years36,224 (70.4%)1,377 (3.8%)
60 to 64 Years29,718 (51.7%)1,426 (4.8%)
65 to 74 Years25,058 (21.1%)877 (3.5%)
75 Years and over6,168 (5.9%)376 (6.1%)
Total348,456 (53.1%)15,681 (4.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lee County

According to labor force statistics for Lee County, 75.8% of individuals (272,905) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (360,033) are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 10,370 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 79.8% or 78,939 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.9% or 1,230 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lee County
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School25,098 (63.3%)1,943 (4.9%)
High School Diploma81,101 (73.5%)4,965 (4.5%)
College / Associate Degree87,786 (79.0%)4,556 (4.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher78,939 (79.8%)2,473 (2.5%)
Total272,905 (75.8%)13,681 (3.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Lee County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lee County are Management (33,540 | 10.1%), Community & Social Service (29,628 | 8.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (22,104 | 6.7%), Education Instruction & Library (16,415 | 4.9%), and Business & Financial (15,001 | 4.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Lee County

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lee County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (90.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (73.4%), and Computers & Mathematics (69.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (75.6%), Health Technologists (75.1%), and Education Instruction & Library (73.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Lee County
OccupationMaleFemale
Management19,707 (58.8%)13,833 (41.2%)
Business & Financial7,099 (47.3%)7,902 (52.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science9,567 (73.4%)3,465 (26.6%)
Computers & Mathematics4,788 (69.8%)2,077 (30.2%)
Architecture & Engineering3,571 (90.1%)391 (9.9%)
Life, Physical & Social Science1,208 (54.8%)997 (45.2%)
Community & Social Service 10,047 (33.9%)19,581 (66.1%)
Education, Arts & Media1,489 (34.9%)2,777 (65.1%)
Legal Services & Support1,493 (43.4%)1,950 (56.6%)
Education Instruction & Library4,301 (26.2%)12,114 (73.8%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment2,764 (50.2%)2,740 (49.8%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating5,394 (24.4%)16,710 (75.6%)
Health Technologists3,631 (24.9%)10,948 (75.1%)
Total (Category)51,814 (45.7%)61,491 (54.3%)
Total (Overall)175,553 (52.8%)156,954 (47.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Lee County are Food Preparation & Serving (23,158 | 7.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (17,412 | 5.2%), Personal Care & Service (9,382 | 2.8%), Healthcare Support (9,261 | 2.8%), and Security & Protection (6,227 | 1.9%).
Services Occupations in Lee County

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Lee County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (79.7%), Security & Protection (76.5%), and Firefighting & Prevention (74.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (88.7%), Personal Care & Service (71.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (56.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Lee County
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support1,048 (11.3%)8,213 (88.7%)
Security & Protection4,765 (76.5%)1,462 (23.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention2,700 (74.2%)937 (25.8%)
Law Enforcement2,065 (79.7%)525 (20.3%)
Food Preparation & Serving10,034 (43.3%)13,124 (56.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance11,412 (65.5%)6,000 (34.5%)
Personal Care & Service2,669 (28.4%)6,713 (71.6%)
Total (Category)29,928 (45.7%)35,512 (54.3%)
Total (Overall)175,553 (52.8%)156,954 (47.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lee County are Sales & Related (42,676 | 12.8%), and Office & Administration (38,457 | 11.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Lee County

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Lee County
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related21,789 (51.1%)20,887 (48.9%)
Office & Administration8,945 (23.3%)29,512 (76.7%)
Total (Category)30,734 (37.9%)50,399 (62.1%)
Total (Overall)175,553 (52.8%)156,954 (47.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lee County are Construction & Extraction (26,076 | 7.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (12,030 | 3.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (1,124 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Lee County

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Lee County
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry923 (82.1%)201 (17.9%)
Construction & Extraction24,985 (95.8%)1,091 (4.2%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair11,619 (96.6%)411 (3.4%)
Total (Category)37,527 (95.7%)1,703 (4.3%)
Total (Overall)175,553 (52.8%)156,954 (47.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lee County are Transportation (14,380 | 4.3%), Material Moving (10,691 | 3.2%), and Production (8,328 | 2.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Lee County

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Lee County
OccupationMaleFemale
Production5,563 (66.8%)2,765 (33.2%)
Transportation11,787 (82.0%)2,593 (18.0%)
Material Moving8,200 (76.7%)2,491 (23.3%)
Total (Category)25,550 (76.5%)7,849 (23.5%)
Total (Overall)175,553 (52.8%)156,954 (47.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Lee County

Employment Industries in Lee County

The major employment industries in Lee County include Retail Trade (47,694 | 14.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (45,817 | 13.8%), Construction (39,813 | 12.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (28,762 | 8.6%), and Educational Services (23,685 | 7.1%).
Employment Industries in Lee County

Employment Industries by Sex in Lee County

The Lee County industries that see more men than women are Construction (86.4%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (82.5%), and Utilities (79.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (78.0%), Educational Services (69.8%), and Enterprise Management (64.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lee County
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting1,507 (82.5%)320 (17.5%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction84 (49.4%)86 (50.6%)
Construction34,404 (86.4%)5,409 (13.6%)
Manufacturing7,670 (66.0%)3,942 (34.0%)
Wholesale Trade4,869 (67.1%)2,385 (32.9%)
Retail Trade24,150 (50.6%)23,544 (49.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing11,854 (74.7%)4,023 (25.3%)
Utilities1,409 (79.6%)360 (20.3%)
Information3,259 (62.2%)1,982 (37.8%)
Finance & Insurance4,854 (44.8%)5,985 (55.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing5,798 (51.0%)5,573 (49.0%)
Professional & Scientific12,384 (54.7%)10,274 (45.3%)
Enterprise Management61 (35.7%)110 (64.3%)
Administrative & Support14,187 (64.3%)7,870 (35.7%)
Educational Services7,146 (30.2%)16,539 (69.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance10,069 (22.0%)35,748 (78.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation5,615 (57.7%)4,120 (42.3%)
Accommodation & Food Services13,054 (45.4%)15,708 (54.6%)
Public Administration5,542 (52.8%)4,963 (47.2%)
Total175,553 (52.8%)156,954 (47.2%)

Education in Lee County

School Enrollment in Lee County

The most common levels of schooling among the 143,269 students in Lee County are high school (34,215 | 23.9%), middle school (30,562 | 21.3%), and college / undergraduate (29,058 | 20.3%).
School Enrollment in Lee County
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool7,5685.3%
Kindergarten6,9804.9%
Elementary School28,24819.7%
Middle School30,56221.3%
High School34,21523.9%
College / Undergraduate29,05820.3%
Graduate / Professional6,6384.6%
Total143,269100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lee County

Out of a total of 143,269 students who are enrolled in schools in Lee County, 20,344 (14.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 122,925 (85.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 2,297 (37.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 11,214 (92.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lee County
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds3,826 (62.5%)2,297 (37.5%)
5 to 9 Year Old28,803 (88.3%)3,814 (11.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds34,629 (90.5%)3,647 (9.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds20,441 (89.1%)2,506 (10.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds11,214 (92.2%)952 (7.8%)
20 to 24 Year Olds12,544 (84.2%)2,358 (15.8%)
25 to 34 Year Olds5,717 (74.2%)1,989 (25.8%)
35 Years and over5,796 (67.9%)2,736 (32.1%)
Total122,925 (85.8%)20,344 (14.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lee County

Business (43,336 | 23.2%), education (30,062 | 16.1%), science & technology (20,355 | 10.9%), social sciences (12,996 | 7.0%), and engineering (11,798 | 6.3%) are the most common fields of study among 186,953 individuals in Lee County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lee County
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics5,6803.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural9,7505.2%
Physical & Health Sciences5,9913.2%
Psychology9,1874.9%
Social Sciences12,9967.0%
Engineering11,7986.3%
Multidisciplinary Studies9920.5%
Science & Technology20,35510.9%
Business43,33623.2%
Education30,06216.1%
Literature & Languages7,7044.1%
Liberal Arts & History7,8634.2%
Visual & Performing Arts5,6113.0%
Communications6,6183.5%
Arts & Humanities9,0104.8%
Total186,953100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Lee County

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lee County

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lee County are males with 2 vehicles (80,119, accounting for 46.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (70,234, making up 52.6%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lee County
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle4,914 (2.9%)2,659 (1.7%)
1 Vehicle35,126 (20.5%)34,080 (22.4%)
2 Vehicles80,119 (46.8%)70,234 (46.1%)
3 Vehicles33,667 (19.7%)30,999 (20.3%)
4 Vehicles12,627 (7.4%)10,615 (7.0%)
5 or more Vehicles4,718 (2.8%)3,807 (2.5%)
Total171,171 (100.0%)152,394 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Lee County

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lee County are 30 to 34 minutes (49,029 commuters, 17.0%), 20 to 24 minutes (44,267 commuters, 15.3%), and 15 to 19 minutes (39,282 commuters, 13.6%).
Commute Time in Lee County
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes6,1522.1%
5 to 9 Minutes19,0176.6%
10 to 14 Minutes33,04711.4%
15 to 19 Minutes39,28213.6%
20 to 24 Minutes44,26715.3%
25 to 29 Minutes21,6047.5%
30 to 34 Minutes49,02917.0%
35 to 39 Minutes10,8733.8%
40 to 44 Minutes14,2254.9%
45 to 59 Minutes28,2009.8%
60 to 89 Minutes17,2085.9%
90 or more Minutes6,1602.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Lee County

The most common commute times in Lee County are 30 to 34 minutes (26,621 commuters, 17.3%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (22,408 commuters, 16.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Lee County
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes3,440 (2.2%)2,712 (2.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes8,448 (5.5%)10,569 (7.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes16,817 (10.9%)16,230 (12.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes19,203 (12.5%)20,079 (14.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes23,805 (15.5%)20,462 (15.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes11,430 (7.4%)10,174 (7.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes26,621 (17.3%)22,408 (16.6%)
35 to 39 Minutes5,838 (3.8%)5,035 (3.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes7,896 (5.1%)6,329 (4.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes15,811 (10.3%)12,389 (9.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes10,134 (6.6%)7,074 (5.2%)
90 or more Minutes4,292 (2.8%)1,868 (1.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lee County

The most frequent times of departure to work in Lee County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (23,710, 15.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (20,689, 15.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lee County
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM7,704 (5.0%)4,433 (3.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM6,915 (4.5%)3,148 (2.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM8,475 (5.5%)4,538 (3.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM21,519 (14.0%)11,875 (8.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM15,749 (10.2%)12,187 (9.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM23,710 (15.4%)20,689 (15.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM12,394 (8.1%)14,046 (10.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM18,076 (11.8%)19,600 (14.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM6,193 (4.0%)8,183 (6.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM10,391 (6.8%)11,626 (8.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM5,651 (3.7%)5,159 (3.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM1,747 (1.1%)2,355 (1.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM7,689 (5.0%)9,542 (7.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM7,522 (4.9%)7,948 (5.9%)
Total153,735 (100.0%)135,329 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Lee County

Occupancy by Ownership in Lee County

Of the total 311,348 dwellings in Lee County, owner-occupied units account for 228,142 (73.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 83,206 (26.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Lee County
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units228,14273.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units83,20626.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units311,348100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Lee County

Occupancy by Household Size in Lee County
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household88,61528.5%
2-Person Household138,02544.3%
3-Person Household35,95211.6%
4+ Person Household48,75615.7%
Total Housing Units311,348100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lee County

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lee County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household59,921 (67.6%)28,694 (32.4%)
2-Person Household111,107 (80.5%)26,918 (19.5%)
3-Person Household24,842 (69.1%)11,110 (30.9%)
4+ Person Household32,272 (66.2%)16,484 (33.8%)
Total Housing Units228,142 (73.3%)83,206 (26.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lee County

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lee County
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School13,446 (53.7%)11,586 (46.3%)
High School Diploma56,141 (67.4%)27,119 (32.6%)
College/Associate Degree72,723 (74.9%)24,375 (25.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher85,832 (81.0%)20,126 (19.0%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lee County

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lee County
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years35,93511.5%
35 to 44 Years40,80113.1%
45 to 54 Years44,42114.3%
55 to 64 Years59,79219.2%
65 to 74 Years68,71622.1%
75 to 84 Years46,13814.8%
85 Years and Over15,5455.0%
Total311,348100.0%

Housing Finances in Lee County

Median Income by Occupancy in Lee County

Median Income by Occupancy in Lee County
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied228,142 (73.3%)$79,178
Renter-Occupied83,206 (26.7%)$50,621
Average311,348 (100.0%)$69,368

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lee County

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lee County
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0006,889 (3.0%)4,396 (5.3%)
$5,000 to $9,9993,057 (1.3%)2,217 (2.7%)
$10,000 to $14,9996,219 (2.7%)3,664 (4.4%)
$15,000 to $19,9996,288 (2.8%)4,114 (4.9%)
$20,000 to $24,9996,973 (3.1%)3,999 (4.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99915,352 (6.7%)9,765 (11.7%)
$35,000 to $49,99923,371 (10.2%)12,877 (15.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99939,916 (17.5%)18,234 (21.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99933,337 (14.6%)10,890 (13.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99943,255 (19.0%)8,550 (10.3%)
$150,000 or more43,485 (19.1%)4,500 (5.4%)
Total228,142 (100.0%)83,206 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lee County

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lee County
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30014,998 (6.6%)805 (1.0%)
$300 to $49922,227 (9.7%)1,622 (1.9%)
$500 to $79939,229 (17.2%)3,685 (4.4%)
$800 to $99921,813 (9.6%)5,494 (6.6%)
$1,000 to $1,49948,034 (21.0%)30,574 (36.7%)
$1,500 to $1,99936,130 (15.8%)25,238 (30.3%)
$2,000 to $2,49921,820 (9.6%)7,671 (9.2%)
$2,500 to $2,99910,652 (4.7%)2,183 (2.6%)
$3,000 or more13,239 (5.8%)2,639 (3.2%)
Total228,142 (100.0%)83,206 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Lee County

Housing Structures in Lee County

Housing Structures in Lee County
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached189,11360.7%
Single Unit, Attached21,4546.9%
2 Unit Apartments8,6712.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments12,5954.1%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments14,1274.5%
10 or more Apartments40,18012.9%
Mobile Home / Other25,2088.1%
Total311,348100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lee County

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lee County
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached160,221 (84.7%)28,892 (15.3%)
Single Unit, Attached14,247 (66.4%)7,207 (33.6%)
2 Unit Apartments1,800 (20.8%)6,871 (79.2%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments6,874 (54.6%)5,721 (45.4%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments7,018 (49.7%)7,109 (50.3%)
10 or more Apartments16,087 (40.0%)24,093 (60.0%)
Mobile Home / Other21,895 (86.9%)3,313 (13.1%)
Total228,142 (73.3%)83,206 (26.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lee County

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lee County
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room544 (0.2%)2,545 (3.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms9,882 (4.3%)15,409 (18.5%)
4 or 5 Rooms94,170 (41.3%)45,351 (54.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms86,474 (37.9%)16,542 (19.9%)
8 or more Rooms37,072 (16.3%)3,359 (4.0%)
Total228,142 (100.0%)83,206 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lee County

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lee County
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas5,249 (2.3%)1,644 (2.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas1,369 (0.6%)250 (0.3%)
Electricity215,475 (94.5%)79,049 (95.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene107 (0.1%)97 (0.1%)
Coal or Coke10 (0.0%)75 (0.1%)
All other Fuels865 (0.4%)73 (0.1%)
No Fuel Used5,067 (2.2%)2,018 (2.4%)
Total228,142 (100.0%)83,206 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Lee County

Household Vehicle Usage in Lee County
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle6,020 (2.6%)9,886 (11.9%)
1 Vehicle88,866 (39.0%)38,058 (45.7%)
2 Vehicles96,551 (42.3%)27,084 (32.6%)
3 or more Vehicles36,705 (16.1%)8,178 (9.8%)
Total228,142 (100.0%)83,206 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Lee County

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lee County

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units110,512117,630
Median Property Value$271,200$304,900
Median Household Income$66,064$25,557
Monthly Housing Costs$657$12,127
Real Estate Taxes$2,434$2,573

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lee County

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lee County
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0008,838 (8.0%)2,026 (1.7%)
$50,000 to $99,9999,701 (8.8%)2,467 (2.1%)
$100,000 to $299,99943,352 (39.2%)53,078 (45.1%)
$300,000 to $499,99927,434 (24.8%)39,707 (33.8%)
$500,000 to $749,99910,692 (9.7%)12,149 (10.3%)
$750,000 to $999,9994,865 (4.4%)4,613 (3.9%)
$1,000,000 or more5,630 (5.1%)3,590 (3.0%)
Total110,512 (100.0%)117,630 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lee County

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lee County
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0006,319 (5.7%)1,577 (1.3%)
$10,000 to $24,99913,262 (12.0%)3,627 (3.1%)
$25,000 to $34,9999,255 (8.4%)6,218 (5.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99913,567 (12.3%)6,097 (5.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99919,172 (17.3%)9,804 (8.3%)
$75,000 to $99,99914,336 (13.0%)20,744 (17.6%)
$100,000 to $149,99916,673 (15.1%)19,001 (16.2%)
$150,000 or more17,928 (16.2%)26,582 (22.6%)
Total110,512 (100.0%)117,630 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lee County

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lee County
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x27,460 (24.8%)90,426 (76.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x16,753 (15.2%)23,479 (20.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x13,335 (12.1%)27,200 (23.1%)
4.0x or more50,549 (45.7%)18,687 (15.9%)
Total110,512 (100.0%)117,630 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lee County

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lee County
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80014,589 (13.2%)899 (0.8%)
$800 to $1,49918,572 (16.8%)7,584 (6.5%)
$800 to $1,49967,768 (61.3%)20,286 (17.2%)
Total110,512 (100.0%)117,630 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Lee County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lee County

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lee County
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years37,894 (92.5%)3,081 (7.5%)
6 to 18 Years89,934 (89.2%)10,884 (10.8%)
19 to 25 Years41,164 (75.3%)13,530 (24.7%)
26 to 34 Years55,042 (73.7%)19,633 (26.3%)
35 to 44 Years60,109 (75.0%)20,069 (25.0%)
45 to 54 Years69,456 (79.5%)17,888 (20.5%)
55 to 64 Years96,455 (88.8%)12,191 (11.2%)
65 to 74 Years117,458 (99.3%)878 (0.7%)
75 Years and older101,574 (99.5%)488 (0.5%)
Total669,086 (87.2%)98,642 (12.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lee County

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lee County
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born37,894 (92.5%)3,081 (7.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen89,934 (89.2%)10,884 (10.8%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen41,164 (75.3%)13,530 (24.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lee County

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lee County
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00067,497 (83.4%)13,467 (16.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999106,378 (82.3%)22,961 (17.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999119,369 (83.3%)23,919 (16.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999106,203 (86.0%)17,297 (14.0%)
$100,000 and over263,334 (92.8%)20,359 (7.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lee County

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lee County
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 620,652 (50.4%)18,725 (45.7%)
6 to 18 Years41,554 (41.2%)53,243 (52.8%)
19 to 25 Years8,169 (14.9%)34,213 (62.5%)
25 to 34 Years11,404 (15.3%)45,866 (61.4%)
35 to 44 Years9,307 (11.6%)53,148 (66.3%)
45 to 54 Years10,501 (12.0%)61,627 (70.6%)
55 to 64 Years20,274 (18.7%)82,284 (75.7%)
65 to 74 Years112,487 (95.1%)67,251 (56.8%)
75 Years and over99,893 (97.9%)60,878 (59.7%)
Total334,241 (43.5%)477,235 (62.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lee County

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lee County
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years180 (1.0%)8 (0.1%)
5 to 17 Years3,585 (7.1%)1,810 (3.8%)
18 to 34 Years6,110 (8.8%)3,421 (5.0%)
35 to 64 Years15,158 (11.2%)16,321 (11.6%)
65 to 74 Years11,509 (20.5%)10,137 (16.3%)
75 Years and over17,581 (36.0%)20,395 (38.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Lee County

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Lee County: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years169 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years246 (0.5%)238 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years708 (1.0%)373 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years3,607 (2.7%)2,518 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years6,030 (10.7%)2,624 (4.2%)
75 Years and over9,980 (20.4%)7,939 (14.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Lee County: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years148 (0.8%)8 (0.1%)
5 to 17 Years494 (1.0%)422 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years721 (1.0%)747 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years3,207 (2.4%)3,030 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years1,235 (2.2%)1,739 (2.8%)
75 Years and over2,820 (5.8%)3,494 (6.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Lee County: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years2,835 (5.6%)1,300 (2.7%)
18 to 34 Years3,836 (5.5%)2,257 (3.3%)
35 to 64 Years4,881 (3.6%)5,792 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years1,848 (3.3%)2,180 (3.5%)
75 Years and over3,814 (7.8%)6,401 (12.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Lee County: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years597 (1.2%)292 (0.6%)
18 to 34 Years952 (1.4%)778 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years7,946 (5.9%)8,441 (6.0%)
65 to 74 Years5,485 (9.8%)6,265 (10.1%)
75 Years and over8,994 (18.4%)13,945 (26.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Lee County: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years867 (1.7%)406 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years611 (0.9%)489 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years2,909 (2.2%)2,673 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years1,214 (2.2%)1,786 (2.9%)
75 Years and over3,107 (6.4%)5,745 (10.8%)

Technology Access in Lee County

Computing Device Access in Lee County

Computing Device Access in Lee County
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop253,53381.4%
Smartphone279,66589.8%
Tablet200,13464.3%
No Computing Device12,7384.1%
Total311,348100.0%

Internet Access in Lee County

Internet Access in Lee County
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet4510.1%
Broadband Home237,18876.2%
Cellular Data Only35,03911.3%
Satellite Internet19,6246.3%
No Internet30,5059.8%
Total311,348100.0%

Lee County Summary

Lee County, Florida is located in the southwestern part of the state and is bordered by Charlotte, Collier, Hendry, and Glades counties. It is the second most populous county in the state, with a population of 618,754 as of the 2019 census. The county seat is Fort Myers, and the largest city is Cape Coral.

History

Lee County was created in 1887 from parts of Monroe and Hillsborough counties. It was named for Robert E. Lee, the Confederate general. The county was originally part of Monroe County, but was split off in 1887. The county was sparsely populated until the 1950s, when the population began to grow rapidly due to the development of the area.

Geography

Lee County covers an area of 1,214 square miles, making it the largest county in the state. The county is located on the Gulf of Mexico and is home to many beaches, including Sanibel Island, Captiva Island, and Fort Myers Beach. The county is also home to the Caloosahatchee River, which flows through the county and empties into the Gulf of Mexico. The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county.

Economy

Lee County has a diverse economy, with a mix of agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, and services. Agriculture is the largest industry in the county, with citrus, vegetables, and cattle being the main crops. Tourism is also a major industry, with the county being home to many beaches and resorts. Manufacturing is also a major industry, with many companies located in the county. The service industry is also a major part of the economy, with many businesses providing services to the county's residents.

Demographics

As of the 2019 census, Lee County had a population of 618,754. The population is made up of a diverse mix of people, with the largest ethnic group being White (63.3%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (20.2%), African American (10.7%), and Asian (3.7%). The median household income in the county is $50,945, and the median age is 42.7.
Lee County is a diverse and vibrant county with a strong economy and a growing population. It is home to many beaches and resorts, as well as a variety of industries. The county is also home to a diverse population, with a mix of ethnicities and backgrounds. Lee County is an ideal place to live, work, and play.

Common Questions

What is Per Capita Income in Lee County?
Per Capita income in Lee County is $41,332.
What is the Median Family Income in Lee County?
Median Family Income in Lee County is $81,979.
What is the Median Household income in Lee County?
Median Household Income in Lee County is $69,368.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lee County?
Income or Wage Gap in Lee County is 23.8%.
Women in Lee County earn 76.2 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Lee County?
Family Income Deficit in Lee County is $10,511.
Families that are below poverty line in Lee County earn $10,511 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lee County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lee County is 0.48.
What is the Total Population of Lee County?
Total Population of Lee County is 772,902.
What is the Total Male Population of Lee County?
Total Male Population of Lee County is 380,685.
What is the Total Female Population of Lee County?
Total Female Population of Lee County is 392,217.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lee County?
There are 97.06 Males per 100 Females in Lee County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lee County?
There are 103.03 Females per 100 Males in Lee County.
What is the Median Population Age in Lee County?
Median Population Age in Lee County is 49.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lee County
Average Family Size in Lee County is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lee County
Average Household Size in Lee County is 2.4 People.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lee County?
There are 348,456 People in the Labor Forcein in Lee County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lee County?
53.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Lee County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lee County?
Unemployment Rate in Lee County is 4.5%.