Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 26,074 ↑ 2.5% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $59,221 21% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $227,800 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.0% |
| Median Age | 38.5 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 9.2% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 62 transactions |
| Active Listings | 73 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 538 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $12,173 |
| Recent Sales | 59 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 210 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 27.23 acres |
| Active Listings | 62 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 21.78 | $210,000 | $9,642 | 0 Highway 36 S | Jackson |
| Feb 2026 | 6.50 | $125,000 | $19,231 | 24 Hamlin Rd | Jackson |
| Feb 2026 | 1.77 | $120,000 | $67,789 | 180 Landings Ct #7 | Jackson |
| Jan 2026 | 15.09 | $180,000 | $11,928 | 462 Bob Thomas Rd | Jackson |
| Jan 2026 | 1.37 | $54,900 | $40,044 | 36 Crestview Rd | Jackson |
| Jan 2026 | 1.96 | $65,000 | $33,163 | 0 Morningside Ct | Jackson |
| Jan 2026 | 125.41 | $1,120,000 | $8,931 | 1653 Fincherville Market Creek Rd | Jackson |
| Dec 2025 | 7.67 | $60,000 | $7,822 | 0 Harkness Rd | Jackson |
| Dec 2025 | 7.44 | $40,900 | $5,497 | Bunch Rd | Jackson |
| Dec 2025 | 7.44 | $40,900 | $5,497 | 0 Bunch Rd | Jackson |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | 6.50 | $147,550 | $22,717 | 196 Jim McMichael Rd | Jackson |
| Nov 2025 | 19.45 | $115,000 | $5,913 | 1515 Stark Rd | Jackson |
| Nov 2025 | 1.85 | $1,200,000 | $648,649 | 246 Barnetts Bridge Rd | Jackson |
| Oct 2025 | 3.00 | $55,000 | $18,333 | 1414 Highway 42 S | Flovilla |
| Oct 2025 | 315.00 | $2,139,777 | $6,793 | 506 Mount Vernon Church Rd | Jackson |
| Oct 2025 | 29.00 | $160,000 | $5,517 | 30234-2134 2134 | Jenkinsburg |
| Oct 2025 | 29.00 | $160,000 | $5,517 | 0 Address | Jenkinsburg |
| Oct 2025 | 3.33 | $39,900 | $11,982 | 0 Maple Valley Dr | Jenkinsburg |
| Oct 2025 | 3.80 | $45,000 | $11,842 | 0 Blue Ridge School Rd Lot 5 | Forsyth |
| Oct 2025 | 23.20 | $235,000 | $10,129 | 0 Blue Ridge School Rd | Forsyth |
| Sep 2025 | 76.32 | $16,834,950 | $220,584 | W Highway 16 | Jackson |
| Sep 2025 | 16.51 | $130,000 | $7,874 | R Flag Lot Whitehead | Flovilla |
| Sep 2025 | 5.34 | $75,000 | $14,055 | 0 Fincherville Rd Tract 1 | Jackson |
| Sep 2025 | 128.76 | $425,000 | $3,301 | 201 Fawn Rd | Jackson |
| Sep 2025 | 5.80 | $75,000 | $12,931 | 0 Wilder Dr | Jackson |
| Sep 2025 | 5.80 | $75,000 | $12,931 | 0 Wilder Dr #69 | Jackson |
| Aug 2025 | 3.10 | $65,000 | $20,968 | 120 Brushy Creek Ln | Jackson |
| Aug 2025 | 18.44 | $205,000 | $11,117 | Highway 16 W | Monticello |
| Aug 2025 | 3.86 | $68,000 | $17,617 | 0 Barnetts Bridge Rd | Jackson |
| Aug 2025 | 3.08 | $68,000 | $22,078 | 108 High Ridge Trl | Jackson |
| Aug 2025 | 3.08 | $68,000 | $22,078 | 108 High Ridge Trl #67 | Jackson |
| Aug 2025 | 23.13 | $195,000 | $8,432 | 0 Highway 36 W | Jackson |
| Aug 2025 | 1.07 | $31,500 | $29,439 | 113 High Meadow Trl | Jenkinsburg |
| Jul 2025 | 4.59 | $60,000 | $13,072 | LOT 22 Harbour Shores Dr | Jackson |
| Jul 2025 | 1.05 | $20,000 | $19,048 | 0 Highway 16 E | Jackson |
| Jul 2025 | 12.57 | $119,000 | $9,467 | 12.5 Ac Tract | Flovilla |
| Jul 2025 | 1.00 | $28,000 | $28,000 | 118 White Tail Hills Dr | Jackson |
| Jul 2025 | 15.08 | $127,200 | $8,435 | 0 Douglas Creek Rd | Flovilla |
| Jun 2025 | 50.94 | $400,000 | $7,852 | 203 Jackson Lake Inn Rd | Jackson |
| Jun 2025 | 3.89 | $55,000 | $14,139 | 0 Issac Head Rd | Jackson |
| May 2025 | 22.56 | $255,000 | $11,303 | LOT 5 Mayfield Rd | Flovilla |
| May 2025 | 6.87 | $94,000 | $13,683 | 3191 High Falls Rd | Jackson |
| May 2025 | 43.76 | $425,000 | $9,712 | 345 Mount Vernon Church Rd | Jackson |
| May 2025 | 4.12 | $52,000 | $12,621 | 0 Tobe Moore Rd | Flovilla |
| May 2025 | 11.25 | $129,375 | $11,500 | LOT 6 Mayfield Rd | Flovilla |
| May 2025 | 106.13 | $515,000 | $4,853 | 289 Old South River Rd | Jackson |
| May 2025 | 20.49 | $280,000 | $13,665 | 279 Patillo Rd | Jackson |
| May 2025 | 1.00 | $20,000 | $20,000 | 182 Whitehead Way | Flovilla |
| Apr 2025 | 5.12 | $60,000 | $11,719 | Halls Bridge Rd | Jackson |
| Apr 2025 | 93.60 | $625,000 | $6,677 | 0 Fincherville Rd | Jackson |
| Apr 2025 | 3.00 | $67,000 | $22,333 | 111 Brushy Creek Ln | Jackson |
| Apr 2025 | 1.66 | $30,000 | $18,072 | 63 Beaty Cir | Flovilla |
| Apr 2025 | 38.20 | $465,000 | $12,173 | 0 Higgins Rd | Jackson |
| Apr 2025 | 49.00 | $315,000 | $6,429 | 1696 Stark Rd | Jackson |
| Mar 2025 | 100.14 | $534,000 | $5,333 | 0 E Highway 36 E | Jackson |
| Mar 2025 | 3.16 | $55,000 | $17,405 | 4 Points Rd | Jackson |
| Mar 2025 | 76.00 | $495,000 | $6,513 | 192 E Ball Rd | Jackson |
| Mar 2025 | 3.00 | $450,000 | $150,000 | 2363 Highway 42 N | Jenkinsburg |
| Mar 2025 | 3.56 | $72,500 | $20,365 | 0 Blue Ridge School Rd Lot 4 | Forsyth |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Oct 2025 – Nov 2025)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $89,000 |
| Recent Sales | 3 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 142 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.57 acres |
| Active Listings | 11 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | 0.89 | $550,000 | 1353 W 3rd St | Jackson |
| Oct 2025 | 0.34 | $12,000 | 278 Cemetery St | Jackson |
| Oct 2025 | 0.49 | $89,000 | 0 Cherokee Dr | Jackson |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 26,074 |
| Population (2020) | 25,434 |
| Population Growth | 2.52% |
| Median Household Income | $59,221 |
| Median Home Value | $227,800 |
| Total Housing Units | 9,640 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 889 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 9.2% |
| Median Age | 38.5 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 1,456 (5.6%) |
| Unemployment Rate (BLS) | 3.3% |
Market Overview
Butts County, Georgia has a population of 26,074, which has grown 2.52% since 2020. The median household income is $59,221, below the national median of $74,580 by 20.6%. With a median home value of $227,800 and an unemployment rate of 3.3%, the local economy is moderate. The housing vacancy rate of 9.2% suggests balanced market conditions. The county's location in Georgia makes it accessible for investors and developers seeking rural land. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $12,173 per acre, with properties averaging 18.90 acres. There are currently 73 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Butts County, Georgia?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Butts County has a population of 26,074. The county has grown 2.52% since the 2020 Census, indicating a growing community.
What is the median household income in Butts County?
The median household income in Butts County is $59,221, which is 20.6% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Butts County growing or shrinking?
Butts County is growing. The population has increased 2.52% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Butts County?
The median home value in Butts County is $227,800. The housing vacancy rate is 9.2%, which suggests balanced market conditions. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, indicating a moderate local economy. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $12,173 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $220,000.
Does Reelvest buy land in Butts County, Georgia?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout Georgia, including Butts County. We make cash offers within 24-48 hours, close in 14-30 days, and pay all closing costs. Get your free cash offer today.
Data Sources: Market data reflects recent vacant land transactions in the county. Demographic data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (2023), Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025). Updated monthly.