The median listing price in Putnam County was $316K in September 2026, up 5.6% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 301 homes were listed for sale, down 7.7% year over year, with a median of 87 days on market. Putnam County has 74,235 residents (+2.0% over five years) and a median household income of $47,256 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 17,617 jobs in 2025 (+1.7%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $316K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | +5.6% | |
| Active listings | 301 | #42 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -7.7% | |
| Median days on market | 87 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 26.3% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $202 | #43 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 74,235 | #40 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +2.0% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $47,256 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $147K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 3.12× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 5.6% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 17,617 | +1.7% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $53,849 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 31 | -48.3% 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 Putnam County, FL?
$316K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, +5.6% versus a year earlier.
Is Putnam County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were -7.7% year over year in September 2026 (301 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Putnam County?
The ACS median home value is $147K against a median household income of $47,256, a price-to-income ratio of 3.12×.
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.