The median listing price in Escambia County was $337K in September 2026, down 0.7% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 1,742 homes were listed for sale, down 10.9% year over year, with a median of 72 days on market. Escambia County has 323,275 residents (+3.8% over five years) and a median household income of $65,715 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 146,971 jobs in 2025 (+0.7%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $337K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | -0.7% | |
| Active listings | 1,742 | #25 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -10.9% | |
| Median days on market | 72 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 19.5% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $195 | #50 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 323,275 | #21 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +3.8% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $65,715 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $234K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 3.56× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 5.0% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 146,971 | +0.7% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $62,707 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 1,209 | +31.7% YoY |
| Banks headquartered here | 2 |
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 Escambia County, FL?
$337K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, -0.7% versus a year earlier.
Is Escambia County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were -10.9% year over year in September 2026 (1,742 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Escambia County?
The ACS median home value is $234K against a median household income of $65,715, a price-to-income ratio of 3.56×.
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.