The median listing price in Citrus County was $300K in September 2026, down 4.6% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 1,529 homes were listed for sale, down 15.0% year over year, with a median of 87 days on market. Citrus County has 158,693 residents (+10.9% over five years) and a median household income of $55,355 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 35,256 jobs in 2025 (+1.6%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $300K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | -4.6% | |
| Active listings | 1,529 | #27 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -15.0% | |
| Median days on market | 87 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 20.9% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $181 | #56 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 158,693 | #33 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +10.9% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $55,355 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $223K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 4.03× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 6.7% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 35,256 | +1.6% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $50,429 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 1,271 | -9.4% YoY |
| Banks headquartered here | 1 |
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 Citrus County, FL?
$300K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, -4.6% versus a year earlier.
Is Citrus County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were -15.0% year over year in September 2026 (1,529 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Citrus County?
The ACS median home value is $223K against a median household income of $55,355, a price-to-income ratio of 4.03×.
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.