St. Lucie County at a glance
| Population | 390,670 |
| Median owner-occupied home value | $391,900 (Florida: $396,900) |
| Median household income | $73,811 |
| Median age | 44.9 |
| Average commute to work | 31.9 minutes |
Sources: Census Reporter: St. Lucie County, FL (ACS 2024).
How it compares on the Treasure Coast
St. Lucie is one of the three Treasure Coast counties, along with Martin and Indian River (Florida’s Treasure Coast). Census figures show different price points:
| County | Median owner-occupied home value | Median household income | Median age |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Lucie | $391,900 | $73,811 | 44.9 |
| Martin | $544,800 | $96,829 | 53.8 |
| Indian River | $399,800 | $79,849 | 55.6 |
Sources: Census Reporter: St. Lucie County, FL (ACS 2024); Census Reporter: Martin County, FL (ACS 2024); Census Reporter: Indian River County, FL (ACS 2024).
What people like
- Room to choose. Housing ranges from established single-family neighborhoods to newer master-planned communities, to fit a range of budgets.
- Coast and outdoors. The regional tourism site highlights St. Lucie’s 21 miles of beaches, fishing, and golf (Florida’s Treasure Coast).
- Choice of markets. In September 2026, Port St. Lucie’s median sale price was $404,807 and Fort Pierce’s was $279,867 (Redfin, Redfin).
What to plan for
- Storms and flooding. Redfin rates the county’s hurricane wind risk “Extreme” and estimates 22% of properties face major flood risk over 30 years (Redfin). Budget for insurance (flood zones & insurance).
- Commutes. The average commute is 31.9 minutes, above Florida’s 28.9.
Every buyer weighs these trade-offs differently. If you want to talk through your own situation, ask a question and Isaiah James will reply personally.
More: Treasure Coast overview · Port St. Lucie · Fort Pierce
More questions people ask
What counties make up the Treasure Coast?
The Treasure Coast is made up of Indian River, St. Lucie, and Martin counties, according to the regional Florida’s Treasure Coast site and the three counties’ Treasure Coast Workforce Consortium agreement.
Are homes cheaper in St. Lucie County than Martin County?
By Census ACS 2024 estimates, St. Lucie County’s median owner-occupied home value is $391,900, compared with $544,800 in Martin County.
Run the numbers
Talk to Isaiah
Whether St. Lucie County fits you comes down to your day-to-day: budget, commute, schools, how close you want to be to the water. Tell me what matters most and I’ll help you think it through.
Answered by Isaiah James, a licensed Florida real estate agent. A real person, not a chatbot.
Isaiah James · Coldwell Banker Realty