Investor-grade market analytics for Panama City, Florida. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$344,018
-0.4% year-over-year
6.1%
gross annual
-0.4%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
-0.4% year-over-year
50/100
ModerateNet migration: Top 7% nationally
In-migrants avg $71,965 AGI vs out-migrants $63,967
Opportunity Zone Market
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Panama City, FL is experiencing a correction with -0.4% year-over-year decline, signaling a buyer's market with softening demand. Affordability is moderately stretched with a price-to-income ratio of 5.07x, above the national average of 4.8x. Modest net positive migration (+1,025 returns/year) provides steady demand support. Climate risk is moderate (50/100) with manageable exposure. Rental yield of 6.09% is strong, making this market attractive for buy-and-hold investors.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Panama City, FL's primary climate exposure is hurricanes (90/100). The composite climate risk score of 50/100 (Moderate) indicates overall risk with manageable exposure that should be factored into investment analysis. Buyers should consider climate-related insurance costs and potential future regulatory changes.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Migration flows, ZIP-level neighborhood data, full demographics, price history, and the Market Screener.