The median listing price in Hardee County was $299K in September 2026, up 2.5% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 60 homes were listed for sale, down 4.8% year over year, with a median of 61 days on market. Hardee County has 25,508 residents (-6.3% over five years) and a median household income of $54,231 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 7,202 jobs in 2025 (+2.2%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $299K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | +2.5% | |
| Active listings | 60 | #59 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -4.8% | |
| Median days on market | 61 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 7.3% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $152 | #63 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 25,508 | #52 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | -6.3% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $54,231 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $129K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 2.39× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 5.5% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 7,202 | +2.2% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $48,434 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 107 | +32.1% 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 Hardee County, FL?
$299K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, +2.5% versus a year earlier.
Is Hardee County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were -4.8% year over year in September 2026 (60 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Hardee County?
The ACS median home value is $129K against a median household income of $54,231, a price-to-income ratio of 2.39×.
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.