The median listing price in Alachua County was $325K in September 2026, down 0.4% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 1,116 homes were listed for sale, up 1.0% year over year, with a median of 79 days on market. Alachua County has 281,751 residents (+7.1% over five years) and a median household income of $59,659 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 140,869 jobs in 2025 (+1.3%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $325K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | -0.4% | |
| Active listings | 1,116 | #33 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | +1.0% | |
| Median days on market | 79 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 21.9% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $200 | #45 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 281,751 | #24 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +7.1% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $59,659 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $267K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 4.47× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 5.4% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 140,869 | +1.3% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $66,043 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 1,813 | +30.5% YoY |
| Banks headquartered here | 0 |
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (LAUS, QCEW); U.S. Census Bureau Building Permits Survey; FDIC BankFind Suite.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median listing price in Alachua County, FL?
$325K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, -0.4% versus a year earlier.
Is Alachua County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were +1.0% year over year in September 2026 (1,116 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Alachua County?
The ACS median home value is $267K against a median household income of $59,659, a price-to-income ratio of 4.47×.
Data is published as reported by each source and updated monthly. It describes the market, not any specific property, and is not an appraisal. Michael R. Linton, Florida Broker #BK703722.