Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 51,655 ↓ 0.4% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $64,654 13% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $169,100 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.7% |
| Median Age | 42.0 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 5.8% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 29 transactions |
| Active Listings | 42 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 536 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Apr 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $17,073 |
| Recent Sales | 24 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 176 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 29.63 acres |
| Active Listings | 13 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 23.00 | $690,000 | $30,000 | 0 Manning Rd | New Weston |
| Feb 2026 | 30.47 | $465,000 | $15,259 | 0 Folkerth Rd | Greenville |
| Jan 2026 | 26.05 | $505,875 | $19,422 | 0 State Route 722 | New Paris |
| Dec 2025 | 187.14 | $2,355,000 | $12,584 | 0 New Garden Rd | New Paris |
| Dec 2025 | 25.00 | $372,500 | $14,900 | 0 S Ohio St #722 | Greenville |
| Dec 2025 | 12.44 | $534,920 | $43,000 | 0 Marker Rd | Versailles |
| Dec 2025 | 18.41 | $313,000 | $17,002 | 10384 Hillgrove Fort Recover Rd | Union City |
| Nov 2025 | 24.31 | $415,000 | $17,073 | 0 Elroy Ansonia Rd | Ansonia |
| Nov 2025 | 2.10 | $42,000 | $19,962 | 12411 State Route 49 | Rossburg |
| Nov 2025 | 3.54 | $57,500 | $16,234 | 0 N Madison Coletown | Greenville |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | 3.54 | $57,500 | $16,243 | 0 N Madison Coletwn Rd | Greenville |
| Oct 2025 | 3.11 | $50,000 | $16,062 | 0 Us Route 127 | Greenville |
| Sep 2025 | 88.90 | $1,700,000 | $19,122 | 0 Young Rd | Union City |
| Aug 2025 | 6.79 | $90,000 | $13,257 | 0 New Harrison Bradford Rd | Bradford |
| Aug 2025 | 11.38 | $139,900 | $12,293 | 0 State Route 503 | Arcanum |
| Jul 2025 | 3.47 | $90,000 | $25,959 | 7833 Greenville Celina Rd | Greenville |
| Jul 2025 | 76.50 | $1,445,850 | $18,900 | 0 Ansonia Hunchbarger Rd | Union City |
| Jun 2025 | 1.92 | $53,000 | $27,575 | 333 Driftwood Dr | Greenville |
| Jun 2025 | 50.30 | $800,000 | $15,906 | 0 Stahl Rd | Greenville |
| Jun 2025 | 1.08 | $75,000 | $69,188 | Fairway Ct | |
| May 2025 | 5.80 | $39,500 | $6,810 | 6505 Willow Lake Dr | Greenville |
| May 2025 | 5.61 | $115,000 | $20,503 | Unger | |
| May 2025 | 45.50 | $891,658 | $19,597 | 0 State Route 502 | Greenville |
| Apr 2025 | 54.70 | $763,196 | $13,952 | 0 Greenville Nashville Rd | Greenville |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Sep 2025 – Jan 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $38,500 |
| Recent Sales | 5 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 118 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.33 acres |
| Active Listings | 29 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 0.33 | $30,000 | 21 E Star Rd | Rossburg |
| Dec 2025 | 0.19 | $7,700 | 906 Jackson St | Greenville |
| Nov 2025 | 0.48 | $59,000 | 153 Liberty Dr | Osgood |
| Nov 2025 | 0.24 | $38,500 | 0 Orchard Dr | Greenville |
| Sep 2025 | 0.39 | $48,500 | 15 Harvest Dr | Arcanum |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 51,655 |
| Population (2020) | 51,881 |
| Population Growth | -0.44% |
| Median Household Income | $64,654 |
| Median Home Value | $169,100 |
| Total Housing Units | 22,643 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,311 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 5.8% |
| Median Age | 42.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 3,919 (7.6%) |
| Unemployment Rate (BLS) | 3.8% |
Market Overview
Darke County, Ohio has a population of 51,655, which has declined 0.44% since 2020. The median household income is $64,654, below the national median of $74,580 by 13.3%. With a median home value of $169,100 and an unemployment rate of 3.8%, the local economy is moderate. The housing vacancy rate of 5.8% suggests tight market conditions. As part of Ohio, Darke County benefits from the state's growing interest in vacant land investment. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $16,062 per acre, with properties averaging 25.30 acres. There are currently 42 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Darke County, Ohio?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Darke County has a population of 51,655. The county has declined 0.44% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in Darke County?
The median household income in Darke County is $64,654, which is 13.3% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Darke County growing or shrinking?
Darke County is shrinking. The population has declined 0.44% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Darke County?
The median home value in Darke County is $169,100. The housing vacancy rate is 5.8%, which suggests tight market conditions. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, indicating a moderate local economy. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $16,062 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $13,000.
Does Reelvest buy land in Darke County, Ohio?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout Ohio, including Darke 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.