The median listing price in Collier County was $677K in September 2026, down 1.9% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 4,523 homes were listed for sale, down 14.5% year over year, with a median of 101 days on market. Collier County has 387,681 residents (+6.5% over five years) and a median household income of $86,173 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 172,466 jobs in 2025 (+0.4%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $677K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | -1.9% | |
| Active listings | 4,523 | #9 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -14.5% | |
| Median days on market | 101 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 12.3% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $383 | #5 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 387,681 | #19 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +6.5% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $86,173 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $487K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 5.65× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 5.0% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 172,466 | +0.4% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $70,214 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 2,472 | +14.8% 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 Collier County, FL?
$677K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, -1.9% versus a year earlier.
Is Collier County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were -14.5% year over year in September 2026 (4,523 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Collier County?
The ACS median home value is $487K against a median household income of $86,173, a price-to-income ratio of 5.65×.
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.