Market Snapshot

Report generated March 2026

IndicatorValue
Population44,099
↓ 0.9% since 2020
Median Household Income$56,898
24% below national median
Median Home Value$126,700
Unemployment Rate4.7%
Median Age43.7 years
Housing Vacancy Rate17.4%
Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months)95 transactions
Active Listings52 properties
Avg Days on Market657 days

Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Jun 2025 – Dec 2025)

MetricValue
Median Price/Acre$5,018
Recent Sales88 transactions
Avg Days on Market660 days
Avg Parcel Size71.00 acres
Active Listings44 properties

Recent Rural Land Sales

DateAcresPrice$/AcreLocation
Dec 202550.00$275,000$5,500Wrens
Nov 202565.00$260,000$4,000Wrens
Oct 2025165.00$257,752$1,562Bartow
Jul 202566.00$342,000$5,182Matthews
Jul 20252.43$25,000$10,288Wrens
Jul 20252.00$24,000$12,000Wadley
Jul 2025287.93$595,732$2,069Avera
Jun 20259.40$58,000$6,170Stapleton
Jun 202531.73$142,785$4,500Louisville
Jun 202580.00$225,000$2,812Louisville

Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Sep 2025 – Oct 2025)

MetricValue
Median Lot Price$11,000
Recent Sales7 transactions
Avg Days on Market626 days
Avg Parcel Size0.70 acres
Active Listings8 properties

Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales

DateAcresPriceLocation
Oct 20250.55$23,000Bartow
Sep 20250.38$5,500Wrens

County Profile

DemographicValue
Total Population (2023)15,468
Population (2020)15,709
Population Growth-1.53%
Median Household Income$46,561
Median Home Value$93,100
Total Housing Units7,165
Vacant Housing Units1,327
Housing Vacancy Rate18.5%
Median Age40.7
Bachelor's Degree or Higher858 (5.5%)
Unemployment Rate4.7%

Market Overview

Jefferson County, Georgia has a population of 15,468, which has declined 1.53% since 2020. The median household income is $46,561, below the national median of $74,580 by 37.6%. The housing vacancy rate of 18.5% suggests soft market conditions. As part of Georgia, Jefferson County benefits from the state's growing interest in vacant land investment. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $5,018 per acre, with properties averaging 71.00 acres. There are currently 52 active land listings in the county.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current population of Jefferson County, Georgia?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Jefferson County has a population of 15,468. The county has declined 1.53% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in Jefferson County?
The median household income in Jefferson County is $46,561, which is 37.6% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Jefferson County growing or shrinking?
Jefferson County is shrinking. The population has declined 1.53% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Jefferson County?
The median home value in Jefferson County is $93,100. The housing vacancy rate is 18.5%, which suggests soft market conditions. The unemployment rate is 4.7%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $5,018 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $11,000.
Does Reelvest buy land in Jefferson County, Georgia?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout Georgia, including Jefferson 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.