Market Snapshot
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 762,105 ↓ 0.3% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $77,683 4% above national median |
| Median Home Value | $331,400 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.4% |
| Median Age | 36.3 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 13.4% |
| Median Price/Acre (All Land) | $182,000 |
| Total Recent Sales | 195 transactions |
| Active Listings | 200 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 209 days |
Rural Land Market (1+ Acres)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $42,706 |
| Recent Sales | 47 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 197 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 9.50 acres |
| Active Listings | 82 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 3.80 | $615,000 | $161,842 | Decatur |
| Feb 2026 | 18.69 | $50,000 | $2,675 | Lithonia |
| Jan 2026 | 71.01 | $642,400 | $9,047 | Lithonia |
| Jan 2026 | 11.99 | $442,558 | $36,911 | Conyers |
| Jan 2026 | 11.00 | $469,771 | $42,706 | Decatur |
| Jan 2026 | 1.61 | $87,000 | $54,037 | Decatur |
| Jan 2026 | 1.61 | $87,000 | $54,037 | Decatur |
| Jan 2026 | 5.90 | $905,000 | $153,390 | Decatur |
| Jan 2026 | 5.90 | $905,000 | $153,390 | Decatur |
| Dec 2025 | 11.43 | $360,000 | $31,496 | Lithonia |
Suburban/Urban Land Market (Under 1 Acre)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $217,834 |
| Recent Sales | 148 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 214 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.30 acres |
| Active Listings | 118 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 0.28 | $50,000 | $178,571 | Decatur |
| Feb 2026 | 0.40 | $39,000 | $97,500 | Stone Mountain |
| Feb 2026 | 0.53 | $100,000 | $188,679 | Tucker |
| Feb 2026 | 0.53 | $100,000 | $188,679 | Tucker |
| Feb 2026 | 0.11 | $42,000 | $381,818 | Stone Mountain |
| Feb 2026 | 0.11 | $42,000 | $381,818 | Stone Mountain |
| Feb 2026 | 0.63 | $23,500 | $37,302 | Stone Mountain |
| Feb 2026 | 0.78 | $48,000 | $61,538 | Stone Mountain |
| Feb 2026 | 0.78 | $48,000 | $61,538 | Stone Mountain |
| Feb 2026 | 0.23 | $45,000 | $195,652 | Stone Mountain |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 762,105 |
| Population (2020) | 764,382 |
| Population Growth | -0.3% |
| Median Household Income | $77,683 |
| Median Home Value | $331,400 |
| Total Housing Units | 328,614 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 43,933 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 13.4% |
| Median Age | 36.3 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 135,014 (17.7%) |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.4% |
Market Overview
DeKalb County, Georgia has a population of 762,105, which has declined 0.3% since 2020. The median household income is $77,683, above the national median of $74,580 by 4.2%. The housing vacancy rate of 13.4% suggests soft 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 $42,706 per acre, with properties averaging 9.50 acres. There are currently 200 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of DeKalb County, Georgia?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, DeKalb County has a population of 762,105. The county has declined 0.3% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in DeKalb County?
The median household income in DeKalb County is $77,683, which is 4.2% above the national median of $74,580.
Is DeKalb County growing or shrinking?
DeKalb County is shrinking. The population has declined 0.3% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in DeKalb County?
The median home value in DeKalb County is $331,400. The housing vacancy rate is 13.4%, which suggests soft market conditions. The unemployment rate is 6.4%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $42,706 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median price of $217,834 per acre.
Does Reelvest buy land in DeKalb County, Georgia?
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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.