The median listing price in Lee County was $380K in September 2026, down 5.0% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 9,173 homes were listed for sale, down 14.1% year over year, with a median of 91 days on market. Lee County has 792,692 residents (+10.3% over five years) and a median household income of $73,099 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 301,860 jobs in 2025 (+0.9%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $380K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | -5.0% | |
| Active listings | 9,173 | #4 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -14.1% | |
| Median days on market | 91 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 19.3% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $230 | #24 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 792,692 | #8 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +10.3% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $73,099 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $326K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 4.46× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 5.2% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 301,860 | +0.9% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $63,704 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 7,839 | -22.5% YoY |
| Banks headquartered here | 3 |
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 Lee County, FL?
$380K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, -5.0% versus a year earlier.
Is Lee County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were -14.1% year over year in September 2026 (9,173 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Lee County?
The ACS median home value is $326K against a median household income of $73,099, a price-to-income ratio of 4.46×.
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.