The median listing price in Gulf County was $702K in September 2026, up 1.4% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 317 homes were listed for sale, down 16.1% year over year, with a median of 96 days on market. Gulf County has 14,772 residents (-8.0% over five years) and a median household income of $67,361 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 4,597 jobs in 2025 (+0.8%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $702K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | +1.4% | |
| Active listings | 317 | #41 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -16.1% | |
| Median days on market | 96 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 18.6% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $397 | #4 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 14,772 | #60 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | -8.0% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $67,361 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $236K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 3.50× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 4.4% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 4,597 | +0.8% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $56,298 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 265 | +28.0% 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 Gulf County, FL?
$702K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, +1.4% versus a year earlier.
Is Gulf County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were -16.1% year over year in September 2026 (317 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Gulf County?
The ACS median home value is $236K against a median household income of $67,361, a price-to-income ratio of 3.50×.
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.