The median listing price in Palm Beach County was $472K in September 2026, down 2.7% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 9,942 homes were listed for sale, down 18.7% year over year, with a median of 79 days on market. Palm Beach County has 1,507,453 residents (+4.2% over five years) and a median household income of $81,115 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 670,798 jobs in 2025 (+0.6%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $472K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | -2.7% | |
| Active listings | 9,942 | #3 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -18.7% | |
| Median days on market | 79 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 16.4% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $301 | #8 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 1,507,453 | #3 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +4.2% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $81,115 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $407K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 5.02× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 4.6% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 670,798 | +0.6% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $82,085 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 5,934 | +105.3% YoY |
| Banks headquartered here | 3 |
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 Palm Beach County, FL?
$472K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, -2.7% versus a year earlier.
Is Palm Beach County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were -18.7% year over year in September 2026 (9,942 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Palm Beach County?
The ACS median home value is $407K against a median household income of $81,115, a price-to-income ratio of 5.02×.
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.