The median listing price in Highlands County was $285K in September 2026, down 6.1% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 917 homes were listed for sale, up 15.3% year over year, with a median of 80 days on market. Highlands County has 103,808 residents (+1.7% over five years) and a median household income of $55,581 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 28,704 jobs in 2025 (-0.4%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $285K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | -6.1% | |
| Active listings | 917 | #37 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | +15.3% | |
| Median days on market | 80 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 20.5% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $154 | #61 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 103,808 | #36 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +1.7% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $55,581 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $178K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 3.20× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 6.8% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 28,704 | -0.4% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $50,263 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 441 | -17.7% 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 Highlands County, FL?
$285K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, -6.1% versus a year earlier.
Is Highlands County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were +15.3% year over year in September 2026 (917 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Highlands County?
The ACS median home value is $178K against a median household income of $55,581, a price-to-income ratio of 3.20×.
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.