Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 61,573 ↓ 1.4% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $53,837 28% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $173,800 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.7% |
| Median Age | 32.8 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 14.1% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 54 transactions |
| Active Listings | 60 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 532 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $6,474 |
| Recent Sales | 52 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 185 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 37.11 acres |
| Active Listings | 44 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 43.09 | $372,000 | $8,633 | Fisher Rd | Athens |
| Mar 2026 | 43.09 | $372,000 | $8,633 | 6000 Fisher Rd | Athens |
| Feb 2026 | 30.91 | $120,000 | $3,882 | Mountain Bell Rd | Coolville |
| Feb 2026 | 51.40 | $210,000 | $4,086 | 0 Gun Club Rd | Athens |
| Feb 2026 | 1.00 | $35,000 | $35,000 | Saint Charles St | Nelsonville |
| Feb 2026 | 35.00 | $35,000 | $1,000 | Carpenter Rd | Albany |
| Jan 2026 | 22.29 | $76,500 | $3,432 | State Route 144 | Coolville |
| Dec 2025 | 37.10 | $145,000 | $3,908 | 18261 Jacksonville Rd | Glouster |
| Dec 2025 | 90.18 | $440,000 | $4,879 | 6545 Long Run Rd | Athens |
| Dec 2025 | 22.58 | $100,000 | $4,429 | Pleasanton Rd | Athens |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 21.47 | $85,000 | $3,959 | Bates Rd | Athens |
| Dec 2025 | 128.28 | $630,000 | $4,911 | 8666 Rock Riffle Rd #8720 | Athens |
| Dec 2025 | 68.99 | $195,000 | $2,826 | 6510 State Route 681 | New Marshfield |
| Dec 2025 | 52.11 | $269,900 | $5,179 | Pleasanton Rd | Athens |
| Dec 2025 | 8.72 | $62,000 | $7,110 | Twist Tail Rd | Millfield |
| Nov 2025 | 82.50 | $350,000 | $4,242 | 15750 Bryson Rd | Millfield |
| Nov 2025 | 10.18 | $85,000 | $8,350 | 8885 State Route 685 | Glouster |
| Oct 2025 | 118.00 | $450,000 | $3,814 | 14375 Hooper Ridge Rd | Millfield |
| Oct 2025 | 19.92 | $80,000 | $4,016 | 0 Loudermilk Rd | Glouster |
| Oct 2025 | 7.72 | $185,000 | $23,964 | Rock Riffle Rd | Athens |
| Oct 2025 | 219.49 | $35,000 | $159 | 15044 State Route 329 | Amesville |
| Oct 2025 | 5.02 | $32,500 | $6,474 | 144 Sr | Coolville |
| Oct 2025 | 25.00 | $91,466 | $3,659 | Luhrig Rd | Athens |
| Sep 2025 | 29.10 | $299,000 | $10,275 | Marion Johnson Rd | Athens |
| Sep 2025 | 7.46 | $60,000 | $8,043 | 2190 State Route 56 | New Marshfield |
| Sep 2025 | 26.00 | $144,500 | $5,558 | 441 Old Us Highway 33 | Shade |
| Sep 2025 | 9.16 | $93,000 | $10,153 | 0 McGrath Rd | Athens |
| Sep 2025 | 1.15 | $9,000 | $7,826 | Longview Heights Rd | Athens |
| Sep 2025 | 6.33 | $170,000 | $26,856 | 3187 Pleasant Hill Rd | Athens |
| Sep 2025 | 23.00 | $87,400 | $3,800 | Lavelle Rd | Athens |
| Aug 2025 | 12.01 | $45,000 | $3,747 | 144 Sr | Coolville |
| Aug 2025 | 1.79 | $40,000 | $22,346 | 4103 S Rodehaver Rd | Guysville |
| Aug 2025 | 5.00 | $75,000 | $15,000 | 8537 Wood Rd | Albany |
| Jul 2025 | 6.57 | $500,000 | $76,104 | 57 E 1st St | The Plains |
| Jul 2025 | 10.08 | $67,000 | $6,647 | TRACT 1&2 N Coolville Ridge Rd | Athens |
| Jun 2025 | 16.00 | $720,000 | $45,000 | 12220 Pleasanton Rd | Athens |
| Jun 2025 | 1.50 | $15,000 | $10,000 | 0 Frost Rd #2 | Coolville |
| Jun 2025 | 1.50 | $20,000 | $13,333 | 0 Frost Rd #3 | Coolville |
| Jun 2025 | 1.50 | $20,000 | $13,333 | 0 Frost Rd #4 | Coolville |
| Jun 2025 | 1.50 | $20,000 | $13,333 | 0 Frost Rd #5 | Coolville |
| Jun 2025 | 67.71 | $269,000 | $3,973 | Long Run Rd | Athens |
| Jun 2025 | 69.00 | $380,000 | $5,507 | 9808 Sand Ridge Rd | Millfield |
| May 2025 | 5.16 | $45,000 | $8,721 | 17879 Jacksonville Rd | Millfield |
| May 2025 | 13.60 | $125,000 | $9,191 | 17770 S Canaan Rd | Athens |
| Apr 2025 | 128.00 | $570,000 | $4,453 | 681 State Rte | New Marshfield |
| Apr 2025 | 5.05 | $55,000 | $10,891 | TRACT 4 Coolville Ridge Rd | Athens |
| Apr 2025 | 81.54 | $210,000 | $2,575 | 0 Frost Hill Rd | Coolville |
| Apr 2025 | 81.54 | $210,000 | $2,575 | Frost Hill Rd | Coolville |
| Apr 2025 | 81.54 | $210,000 | $2,575 | N Hill Dr | Athens |
| Mar 2025 | 84.32 | $267,000 | $3,167 | 13500 Brill Rd Tract 3 | Stewart |
| Mar 2025 | 3.70 | $210,000 | $56,757 | 136 Columbus Rd | Athens |
| Mar 2025 | 5.10 | $35,000 | $6,863 | Marietta Run Rd | Amesville |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Nov 2025 – Dec 2025)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $38,000 |
| Recent Sales | 2 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 99 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.18 acres |
| Active Listings | 16 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 0.29 | $38,000 | 5 Oak St | The Plains |
| Nov 2025 | 0.08 | $11,000 | 234 W Washington St | Nelsonville |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 61,573 |
| Population (2020) | 62,431 |
| Population Growth | -1.37% |
| Median Household Income | $53,837 |
| Median Home Value | $173,800 |
| Total Housing Units | 26,466 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,744 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 14.1% |
| Median Age | 32.8 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 6,041 (9.8%) |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.7% |
Market Overview
Athens County, Ohio has a population of 61,573, which has declined 1.37% since 2020. The median household income is $53,837, below the national median of $74,580 by 27.8%. The housing vacancy rate of 14.1% suggests soft market conditions. As part of Ohio, Athens County benefits from the state's growing interest in vacant land investment. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $8,212 per acre, with properties averaging 25.70 acres. There are currently 60 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Athens County, Ohio?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Athens County has a population of 61,573. The county has declined 1.37% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in Athens County?
The median household income in Athens County is $53,837, which is 27.8% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Athens County growing or shrinking?
Athens County is shrinking. The population has declined 1.37% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Athens County?
The median home value in Athens County is $173,800. The housing vacancy rate is 14.1%, which suggests soft market conditions. The unemployment rate is 5.7%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $8,212 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $35,000.
Does Reelvest buy land in Athens County, Ohio?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout Ohio, including Athens 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.