The median listing price in Lafayette County was $389K in September 2026, up 8.7% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 17 homes were listed for sale, up 41.7% year over year, with a median of 83 days on market. Lafayette County has 8,035 residents (-8.1% over five years) and a median household income of $60,692 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 1,433 jobs in 2025 (+1.8%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $389K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | +8.7% | |
| Active listings | 17 | #66 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | +41.7% | |
| Median days on market | 83 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 18.3% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $203 | #42 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 8,035 | #66 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | -8.1% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $60,692 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $132K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 2.17× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 6.1% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 1,433 | +1.8% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $47,294 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 37 | +32.1% YoY |
| Banks headquartered here | 1 |
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 Lafayette County, FL?
$389K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, +8.7% versus a year earlier.
Is Lafayette County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were +41.7% year over year in September 2026 (17 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Lafayette County?
The ACS median home value is $132K against a median household income of $60,692, a price-to-income ratio of 2.17×.
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.