The median listing price in Marion County was $300K in September 2026, up 0.0% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 3,468 homes were listed for sale, down 12.5% year over year, with a median of 77 days on market. Marion County has 387,697 residents (+11.3% over five years) and a median household income of $58,535 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 121,921 jobs in 2025 (+2.0%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $300K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | 0.0% | |
| Active listings | 3,468 | #16 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -12.5% | |
| Median days on market | 77 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 21.0% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $181 | #56 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 387,697 | #18 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +11.3% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $58,535 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $221K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 3.77× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 5.7% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 121,921 | +2.0% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $54,546 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 4,053 | -10.0% 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 Marion County, FL?
$300K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, 0.0% versus a year earlier.
Is Marion County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were -12.5% year over year in September 2026 (3,468 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Marion County?
The ACS median home value is $221K against a median household income of $58,535, a price-to-income ratio of 3.77×.
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.