The median listing price in Gilchrist County was $371K in September 2026, up 13.0% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 69 homes were listed for sale, down 2.8% year over year, with a median of 92 days on market. Gilchrist County has 18,494 residents (+5.0% over five years) and a median household income of $61,070 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 3,833 jobs in 2025 (+0.5%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $371K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | +13.0% | |
| Active listings | 69 | #57 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -2.8% | |
| Median days on market | 92 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 18.2% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $214 | #34 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 18,494 | #56 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +5.0% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $61,070 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $191K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 3.13× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 5.0% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 3,833 | +0.5% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $49,269 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 34 | -50.0% 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 Gilchrist County, FL?
$371K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, +13.0% versus a year earlier.
Is Gilchrist County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were -2.8% year over year in September 2026 (69 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Gilchrist County?
The ACS median home value is $191K against a median household income of $61,070, a price-to-income ratio of 3.13×.
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.