The median listing price in Lake County was $400K in September 2026, down 1.8% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 2,513 homes were listed for sale, up 3.1% year over year, with a median of 74 days on market. Lake County has 398,696 residents (+18.9% over five years) and a median household income of $69,956 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 118,622 jobs in 2025 (+1.1%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $400K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | -1.8% | |
| Active listings | 2,513 | #21 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | +3.1% | |
| Median days on market | 74 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 23.1% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $211 | #35 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 398,696 | #17 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +18.9% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $69,956 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $288K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 4.12× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 4.9% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 118,622 | +1.1% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $54,092 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 3,529 | +6.3% 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 Lake County, FL?
$400K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, -1.8% versus a year earlier.
Is Lake County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were +3.1% year over year in September 2026 (2,513 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Lake County?
The ACS median home value is $288K against a median household income of $69,956, a price-to-income ratio of 4.12×.
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.