The median listing price in Sumter County was $389K in September 2026, up 4.4% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 593 homes were listed for sale, down 7.8% year over year, with a median of 59 days on market. Sumter County has 137,536 residents (+13.7% over five years) and a median household income of $73,297 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 41,918 jobs in 2025 (+3.7%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $389K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | +4.4% | |
| Active listings | 593 | #39 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -7.8% | |
| Median days on market | 59 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 20.8% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $251 | #17 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 137,536 | #34 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +13.7% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $73,297 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $356K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 4.86× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 7.9% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 41,918 | +3.7% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $60,726 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 2,866 | +19.4% 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 Sumter County, FL?
$389K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, +4.4% versus a year earlier.
Is Sumter County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were -7.8% year over year in September 2026 (593 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Sumter County?
The ACS median home value is $356K against a median household income of $73,297, a price-to-income ratio of 4.86×.
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.