Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 12,174 ↓ 2.4% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $44,948 40% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $108,200 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% |
| Median Age | 39.4 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 34.3% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 20 transactions |
| Active Listings | 33 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 550 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $3,806 |
| Recent Sales | 19 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 203 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 47.26 acres |
| Active Listings | 31 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026New | 4.36 | $30,000 | $6,881 | 0 McLean Rd | Lumber City |
| Mar 2026New | 5.29 | $187,500 | $35,444 | 1690 W Highway 280 | Milan |
| Feb 2026 | 11.50 | $72,921 | $6,342 | 0 Kinnett Rd | Jacksonville |
| Feb 2026 | 9.95 | $63,079 | $6,342 | 0 United Church Rd | Jacksonville |
| Nov 2025 | 61.75 | $235,000 | $3,806 | 0 Wilcox Ln | Rhine |
| Oct 2025 | 19.80 | $100,000 | $5,051 | 0 Golden Isles Hwy | Mc Rae Helena |
| Oct 2025 | 84.94 | $190,000 | $2,237 | McRae Milan Rd | Mc Rae Helena |
| Sep 2025 | 50.00 | $255,000 | $5,100 | 0 W River Rd | Rhine |
| Sep 2025 | 4.00 | $55,000 | $13,750 | 0 Scuppernong Dr | Mc Rae Helena |
| Aug 2025 | 49.17 | $50,000 | $1,017 | McRae Milan Rd | Mc Rae Helena |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | 2.00 | $20,000 | $10,000 | 08600022T2 Red Bird Rd | Lumber City |
| Jul 2025 | 6.01 | $42,000 | $6,988 | 0 Highway 165 | Milan |
| May 2025 | 105.48 | $348,291 | $3,302 | Bear Ln | Jacksonville |
| Apr 2025 | 64.70 | $238,089 | $3,680 | 0 Powell School Rd N Tract 2 | Lumber City |
| Apr 2025 | 106.76 | $373,089 | $3,495 | 0 Powell School Rd N Tract 1 | Lumber City |
| Apr 2025 | 64.70 | $238,089 | $3,680 | 0 Powell School Rd N | Lumber City |
| Apr 2025 | 41.00 | $135,000 | $3,293 | 0 Powell School Rd N Tract 3 | Lumber City |
| Apr 2025 | 41.00 | $135,000 | $3,293 | 0 Powell School Rd N Tract 3 | Lumber City |
| Mar 2025 | 165.54 | $505,000 | $3,051 | McRae Milan Rd | Mc Rae Helena |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Dec 2025 – Dec 2025)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $5,000 |
| Recent Sales | 1 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 95 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.57 acres |
| Active Listings | 2 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 0.57 | $5,000 | 0 N Jackson Ave | Mc Rae Helena |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 12,174 |
| Population (2020) | 12,477 |
| Population Growth | -2.43% |
| Median Household Income | $44,948 |
| Median Home Value | $108,200 |
| Total Housing Units | 4,756 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,633 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 34.3% |
| Median Age | 39.4 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 470 (3.9%) |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% |
Market Overview
Telfair County, Georgia has a population of 12,174, which has declined 2.43% since 2020. The median household income is $44,948, below the national median of $74,580 by 39.7%. The housing vacancy rate of 34.3% suggests soft market conditions. As part of Georgia, Telfair County benefits from the state's growing interest in vacant land investment. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $3,302 per acre, with properties averaging 46.40 acres. There are currently 33 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Telfair County, Georgia?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Telfair County has a population of 12,174. The county has declined 2.43% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in Telfair County?
The median household income in Telfair County is $44,948, which is 39.7% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Telfair County growing or shrinking?
Telfair County is shrinking. The population has declined 2.43% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Telfair County?
The median home value in Telfair County is $108,200. The housing vacancy rate is 34.3%, which suggests soft market conditions. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $3,302 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $30,000.
Does Reelvest buy land in Telfair County, Georgia?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout Georgia, including Telfair 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.