The median listing price in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area was $385K in September 2026, down 6.6% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 17,965 homes were listed for sale, down 3.8% year over year, with a median of 76 days on market. The metro area covers Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando counties, with 3,240,469 residents and a median household income of $71,254 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $385K | #11 of 28 |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | -6.6% | |
| Active listings | 17,965 | #2 of 28 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -3.8% | |
| Median days on market | 76 | |
| Listings with a price cut | 27.5% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $232 | #10 of 28 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 3,240,469 | #2 of 28 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +6.9% | |
| Median household income | $71,254 | #13 of 28 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $306K | |
| Median gross rent | $1,497 | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 4.30× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
Totals across the 4 counties in the metro area.
| Total employment (2025) | 1,438,063 | |
|---|---|---|
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 15,098 | |
| Banks headquartered here | 13 |
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 Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area
| County | Population | Median list price | YoY | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough County · report | 1,489,634 | $408K | -7.1% | 71 |
| Pinellas County · report | 960,565 | $417K | -3.6% | 84 |
| Pasco County · report | 588,758 | $340K | -6.9% | 74 |
| Hernando County | 201,512 | $350K | -2.8% | 72 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median listing price in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater area?
$385K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, -6.6% versus a year earlier.
Which counties are in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area?
Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando counties, under the federal (OMB) core-based statistical area definition.
How affordable is the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater area?
The ACS median home value is $306K against a median household income of $71,254, a price-to-income ratio of 4.30×.
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