The median listing price in the Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent metro area was $364K in September 2026, up 0.4% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 2,937 homes were listed for sale, down 6.8% year over year, with a median of 72 days on market. The metro area covers Escambia, Santa Rosa counties, with 516,994 residents and a median household income of $73,588 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $364K | #16 of 28 |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | +0.4% | |
| Active listings | 2,937 | #14 of 28 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -6.8% | |
| Median days on market | 72 | |
| Listings with a price cut | 19.0% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $203 | #22 of 28 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 516,994 | #10 of 28 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +7.3% | |
| Median household income | $73,588 | #8 of 28 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $261K | |
| Median gross rent | $1,267 | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 3.54× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
Totals across the 2 counties in the metro area.
| Total employment (2025) | 191,533 | |
|---|---|---|
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 2,820 | |
| Banks headquartered here | 2 |
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 Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent metro area
| County | Population | Median list price | YoY | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escambia County | 323,275 | $337K | -0.7% | 72 |
| Santa Rosa County | 193,719 | $415K | +5.6% | 72 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median listing price in the Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent area?
$364K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, +0.4% versus a year earlier.
Which counties are in the Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent metro area?
Escambia, Santa Rosa counties, under the federal (OMB) core-based statistical area definition.
How affordable is the Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent area?
The ACS median home value is $261K against a median household income of $73,588, a price-to-income ratio of 3.54×.
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