The median listing price in Monroe County was $1.20M in September 2026, down 4.1% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 1,163 homes were listed for sale, up 2.8% year over year, with a median of 114 days on market. Monroe County has 81,840 residents (+7.2% over five years) and a median household income of $82,430 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 47,299 jobs in 2025 (+0.5%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $1.20M | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | -4.1% | |
| Active listings | 1,163 | #32 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | +2.8% | |
| Median days on market | 114 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 12.6% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $832 | #1 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 81,840 | #38 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +7.2% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $82,430 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $724K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 8.78× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 3.3% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 47,299 | +0.5% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $62,166 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 215 | +8.0% YoY |
| Banks headquartered here | 2 |
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 Monroe County, FL?
$1.20M in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, -4.1% versus a year earlier.
Is Monroe County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were +2.8% year over year in September 2026 (1,163 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Monroe County?
The ACS median home value is $724K against a median household income of $82,430, a price-to-income ratio of 8.78×.
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.