The median listing price in Sarasota County was $455K in September 2026, down 3.8% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 3,865 homes were listed for sale, down 17.3% year over year, with a median of 93 days on market. Sarasota County has 449,011 residents (+8.9% over five years) and a median household income of $80,633 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 194,499 jobs in 2025 (+2.3%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $455K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | -3.8% | |
| Active listings | 3,865 | #13 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -17.3% | |
| Median days on market | 93 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 15.5% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $273 | #13 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 449,011 | #14 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +8.9% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $80,633 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $373K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 4.63× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 5.0% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 194,499 | +2.3% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $67,603 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 3,432 | -24.3% YoY |
| Banks headquartered here | 1 |
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 Sarasota County, FL?
$455K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, -3.8% versus a year earlier.
Is Sarasota County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were -17.3% year over year in September 2026 (3,865 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Sarasota County?
The ACS median home value is $373K against a median household income of $80,633, a price-to-income ratio of 4.63×.
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.