The median listing price in Columbia County was $350K in September 2026, down 2.6% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 241 homes were listed for sale, down 6.2% year over year, with a median of 85 days on market. Columbia County has 70,755 residents (+2.4% over five years) and a median household income of $55,070 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 24,847 jobs in 2025 (+0.8%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $350K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | -2.6% | |
| Active listings | 241 | #44 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -6.2% | |
| Median days on market | 85 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 20.7% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $185 | #54 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 70,755 | #41 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +2.4% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $55,070 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $186K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 3.38× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 5.5% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 24,847 | +0.8% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $53,224 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 153 | +22.4% 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 Columbia County, FL?
$350K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, -2.6% versus a year earlier.
Is Columbia County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were -6.2% year over year in September 2026 (241 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Columbia County?
The ACS median home value is $186K against a median household income of $55,070, a price-to-income ratio of 3.38×.
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.