The median listing price in Walton County was $805K in September 2026, down 9.3% from a year earlier (Realtor.com). 2,392 homes were listed for sale, down 8.0% year over year, with a median of 106 days on market. Walton County has 79,846 residents (+21.2% over five years) and a median household income of $79,281 (U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2019–2023). Covered employment averaged 35,416 jobs in 2025 (+1.8%) (BLS QCEW).
Housing Market (September 2026)
| Median listing price | $805K | Florida county median $363K |
|---|---|---|
| Listing price change (YoY) | -9.3% | |
| Active listings | 2,392 | #22 of 67 |
| Inventory change (YoY) | -8.0% | |
| Median days on market | 106 | Florida county median 84 |
| Listings with a price cut | 17.8% | |
| Listing price per sq ft | $492 | #2 of 67 |
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (realtor.com/research/data).
People and Affordability
| Population | 79,846 | #39 of 67 |
|---|---|---|
| Population growth (5 yr) | +21.2% | Florida county median +4.4% |
| Median household income | $79,281 | Florida county median $66,154 |
| Median home value (owner-reported) | $376K | |
| Price-to-income ratio | 4.75× |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates.
Economy, Development and Banking
| Unemployment rate | 4.3% | |
|---|---|---|
| Total employment (2025) | 35,416 | +1.8% YoY |
| Average annual pay | $59,289 | |
| Permitted housing units, YTD (through August 2026) | 1,707 | -8.7% 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 Walton County, FL?
$805K in September 2026, according to Realtor.com Economic Research, -9.3% versus a year earlier.
Is Walton County's housing market getting more inventory?
Active listings were -8.0% year over year in September 2026 (2,392 listings). Rising inventory generally gives buyers more negotiating room.
How affordable is Walton County?
The ACS median home value is $376K against a median household income of $79,281, a price-to-income ratio of 4.75×.
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.