The median listing price in Leon County was $329K in September 2026, up 0.4% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 965 homes were listed for sale, up 6.7% year over year, with a median of 59 days on market. Leon County has 295,335 residents (+2.5% over five years) and a median household income of $65,074 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 165,372 jobs in 2025 (+1.0%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $329K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | +0.4% | |
| Active listings | 965 | #35 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | +6.7% | |
| Median days on market | 59 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 16.5% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $200 | #45 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 295,335 | #22 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +2.5% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $65,074 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $280K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 4.30× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 4.9% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 165,372 | +1.0% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $64,931 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 1,041 | -21.7% 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 Leon County, FL?
$329K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, +0.4% versus a year earlier.
Is Leon County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were +6.7% year over year in September 2026 (965 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Leon County?
The ACS median home value is $280K against a median household income of $65,074, a price-to-income ratio of 4.30×.
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.