The median listing price in the Lake City micropolitan area was $349K in September 2026, down 2.7% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 246 homes were listed for sale, down 5.4% year over year, with a median of 86 days on market. The micropolitan area covers Columbia County, with 70,755 residents and a median household income of $55,070 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $349K | #19 of 28 |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | -2.7% | |
| Active listings | 246 | #26 of 28 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -5.4% | |
| Median days on market | 86 | |
| Listings with a price cut | 21.9% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $185 | #24 of 28 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 70,755 | #25 of 28 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +2.4% | |
| Median household income | $55,070 | #24 of 28 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $186K | |
| Median gross rent | $915 | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 3.38× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
Totals across the 1 county in the micropolitan area.
| Total employment (2025) | 24,847 | |
|---|---|---|
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 153 | |
| Banks headquartered here | 1 |
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (QCEW); U.S. Census Bureau Building Permits Survey; FDIC BankFind Suite.
Florida foreclosure rates
- 1 in 2,397 Florida housing units had a foreclosure filing in August 2026, the #3 highest state rate (4,278 filings).
- For the first half of 2026, Florida had the #1 state rate: 0.27% of housing units.
- Florida metros in the national top 10: Punta Gorda (#1), Lakeland (#2), Cape Coral (#6), Jacksonville (#8), Ocala (#10).
Source: ATTOM, foreclosure rates by state (August 2026, published September 18, 2026) and mid-year 2026 report. Updated monthly.
Counties in the Lake City micropolitan area
| County | Population | Median list price | YoY | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia County | 70,755 | $350K | -2.6% | 85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median listing price in the Lake City area?
$349K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, -2.7% versus a year earlier.
Which counties are in the Lake City micropolitan area?
Columbia County, under the federal (OMB) core-based statistical area definition.
How affordable is the Lake City area?
The ACS median home value is $186K against a median household income of $55,070, a price-to-income ratio of 3.38×.
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