The median listing price in Orange County was $425K in September 2026, down 1.2% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 5,554 homes were listed for sale, down 0.9% year over year, with a median of 73 days on market. Orange County has 1,440,471 residents (+9.0% over five years) and a median household income of $77,011 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 954,330 jobs in 2025 (+0.5%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $425K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | -1.2% | |
| Active listings | 5,554 | #7 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -0.9% | |
| Median days on market | 73 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 22.3% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $242 | #19 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 1,440,471 | #5 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +9.0% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $77,011 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $358K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 4.65× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 4.5% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 954,330 | +0.5% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $70,599 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 4,955 | -46.8% YoY |
| Banks headquartered here | 6 |
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 Orange County, FL?
$425K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, -1.2% versus a year earlier.
Is Orange County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were -0.9% year over year in September 2026 (5,554 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Orange County?
The ACS median home value is $358K against a median household income of $77,011, a price-to-income ratio of 4.65×.
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.