The median listing price in Hillsborough County was $408K in September 2026, down 7.1% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 6,284 homes were listed for sale, down 2.0% year over year, with a median of 71 days on market. Hillsborough County has 1,489,634 residents (+8.0% over five years) and a median household income of $75,011 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 795,729 jobs in 2025 (+0.8%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $408K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | -7.1% | |
| Active listings | 6,284 | #6 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -2.0% | |
| Median days on market | 71 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 28.5% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $230 | #24 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 1,489,634 | #4 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +8.0% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $75,011 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $333K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 4.44× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 4.6% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 795,729 | +0.8% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $77,998 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 5,470 | -23.2% YoY |
| Banks headquartered here | 5 |
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 Hillsborough County, FL?
$408K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, -7.1% versus a year earlier.
Is Hillsborough County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were -2.0% year over year in September 2026 (6,284 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Hillsborough County?
The ACS median home value is $333K against a median household income of $75,011, a price-to-income ratio of 4.44×.
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.