The median listing price in Hernando County was $350K in September 2026, down 2.8% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 1,288 homes were listed for sale, down 7.0% year over year, with a median of 72 days on market. Hernando County has 201,512 residents (+10.3% over five years) and a median household income of $63,193 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 50,575 jobs in 2025 (-0.5%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $350K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | -2.8% | |
| Active listings | 1,288 | #30 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -7.0% | |
| Median days on market | 72 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 23.8% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $198 | #48 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 201,512 | #27 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +10.3% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $63,193 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $241K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 3.81× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 5.4% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 50,575 | -0.5% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $51,904 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 1,386 | -9.9% 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 Hernando County, FL?
$350K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, -2.8% versus a year earlier.
Is Hernando County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were -7.0% year over year in September 2026 (1,288 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Hernando County?
The ACS median home value is $241K against a median household income of $63,193, a price-to-income ratio of 3.81×.
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.