The median listing price in Okeechobee County was $350K in September 2026, up 0.4% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 179 homes were listed for sale, up 4.1% year over year, with a median of 86 days on market. Okeechobee County has 40,249 residents (-0.8% over five years) and a median household income of $52,288 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 12,437 jobs in 2025 (+0.7%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $350K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | +0.4% | |
| Active listings | 179 | #47 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | +4.1% | |
| Median days on market | 86 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 11.3% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $224 | #27 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 40,249 | #47 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | -0.8% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $52,288 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $179K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 3.42× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 5.3% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 12,437 | +0.7% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $50,053 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 48 | -20.0% YoY |
| Banks headquartered here | 0 |
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 Okeechobee County, FL?
$350K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, +0.4% versus a year earlier.
Is Okeechobee County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were +4.1% year over year in September 2026 (179 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Okeechobee County?
The ACS median home value is $179K against a median household income of $52,288, a price-to-income ratio of 3.42×.
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.