Fort Lauderdale, a city located in the state of Florida (FL), is home to a population of approximately 182,673 people. Fort Lauderdale boasts a median age of 43.2, with around 26.7% of its residents aged 60 or above. 5.1% of the population identifies as US Veterans. 11.7% of Fort Lauderdale residents are disabled. The city has an average household income of $75,376, while the unemployment rate stands at 5.4%, and around 14.9% of the population is considered to be living below the poverty level. In terms of housing, the average home value in Fort Lauderdale is $415,545, with a monthly rent averaging $1,627.