Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 83,915 ↓ 2.2% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $46,784 37% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $129,200 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.7% |
| Median Age | 36.6 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 15.6% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 47 transactions |
| Active Listings | 124 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 309 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $16,544 |
| Recent Sales | 26 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 171 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 23.92 acres |
| Active Listings | 65 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026New | 126.86 | $1,047,928 | $8,261 | 0 Home Dr | Albany |
| Jan 2026 | 4.93 | $40,000 | $8,114 | 2504 S Madison St | Albany |
| Jan 2026 | 2.50 | $37,500 | $15,000 | 1110 Kreg Ave | Albany |
| Jan 2026 | 1.00 | $3,133,333 | $3,133,333 | 2533 Dawson Rd | Albany |
| Dec 2025 | 1.00 | $30,000 | $30,000 | 2013 S County Line Rd | Albany |
| Dec 2025 | 8.65 | $33,000 | $3,815 | 2525 Old Ivy Ln | Albany |
| Dec 2025 | 5.00 | $55,000 | $11,000 | 1311 Dorough Ave | Albany |
| Nov 2025 | 10.97 | $115,000 | $10,483 | 321 Hidden Lakes Dr | Albany |
| Oct 2025 | 4.03 | $29,900 | $7,419 | 4001 Moultrie Rd | Albany |
| Oct 2025 | 2.10 | $70,000 | $33,333 | 903 E Oglethorpe Blvd | Albany |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 10.00 | $40,000 | $4,000 | 2623 Old Ivy Ln | Albany |
| Oct 2025 | 5.44 | $90,000 | $16,544 | 2504 Daylor Ct | Albany |
| Sep 2025 | 46.80 | $80,000 | $1,709 | 1401 S County Line Rd | Albany |
| Sep 2025 | 1.20 | $790,000 | $658,333 | 201 Baldwin Dr | Albany |
| Sep 2025 | 18.23 | $165,000 | $9,049 | LOT 19 Grandview Dr | Albany |
| Sep 2025 | 1.26 | $35,000 | $27,778 | 116 N Magnolia St | Albany |
| Sep 2025 | 1.78 | $18,000 | $10,112 | 3609 Gargano Rd | Albany |
| Aug 2025 | 2.00 | $10,000 | $5,000 | 4505 Sylvester Rd | Albany |
| Jul 2025 | 1.90 | $69,000 | $36,316 | 4903 Grandview Dr | Albany |
| Jul 2025 | 1.01 | $2,395,900 | $2,372,211 | 104 Logan Ct | Albany |
| Jul 2025 | 1.00 | $450,000 | $450,000 | 1501 3rd Ave | Albany |
| Jun 2025 | 1.22 | $21,083 | $17,281 | 308 Ironhorse Ct | Albany |
| Jun 2025 | 1.07 | $34,188 | $31,862 | 335 Ironhorse Ct | Albany |
| May 2025 | 358.21 | $2,392,001 | $6,678 | 1603 Oakhaven Dr | Albany |
| May 2025 | 1.36 | $675,000 | $496,329 | 2334 Lake Park Dr | Albany |
| Mar 2025 | 2.41 | $324,500 | $134,648 | 105 Baldwin Dr | Albany |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Sep 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $20,000 |
| Recent Sales | 21 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 92 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.43 acres |
| Active Listings | 59 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 0.75 | $42,750 | 3806 Burton Ct | Albany |
| Feb 2026 | 0.10 | $16,000 | 720 S Jefferson St | Albany |
| Feb 2026 | 0.33 | $16,000 | 713 Martin Luther King Jr Dr | Albany |
| Jan 2026 | 0.21 | $50,000 | 700 N Slappey Blvd | Albany |
| Jan 2026 | 0.51 | $20,000 | 307 Acorn St | Albany |
| Jan 2026 | 0.68 | $20,000 | 309 Acorn St | Albany |
| Jan 2026 | 0.29 | $2,000 | 1425 Bonny View Ave | Albany |
| Dec 2025 | 0.75 | $125,000 | 3805 Burton Ct | Albany |
| Dec 2025 | 0.78 | $125,000 | 3811 Burton Ct | Albany |
| Dec 2025 | 0.75 | $125,000 | 2511 Daylor Ct | Albany |
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 0.48 | $22,000 | (undisclosed Address) | Albany |
| Dec 2025 | 0.24 | $4,500 | 309 Vick St | Albany |
| Dec 2025 | 0.18 | $3,750 | 924 Newton Rd | Albany |
| Dec 2025 | 0.17 | $3,750 | 515 Cherry Ave | Albany |
| Nov 2025 | 0.35 | $350,000 | 413 Flint Ave | Albany |
| Oct 2025 | 0.58 | $75,000 | 216 N Westover Blvd | Albany |
| Oct 2025 | 0.75 | $61,000 | 2507 Daylor Ct | Albany |
| Oct 2025 | 0.18 | $2,000 | 1217 E Roosevelt Ave | Albany |
| Oct 2025 | 0.64 | $45,000 | 1314 W Broad Ave | Albany |
| Sep 2025 | 0.18 | $7,000 | 702 Cherry Ave | Albany |
| Sep 2025 | 0.18 | $4,500 | 1213 E Roosevelt Ave | Albany |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 83,915 |
| Population (2020) | 85,790 |
| Population Growth | -2.19% |
| Median Household Income | $46,784 |
| Median Home Value | $129,200 |
| Total Housing Units | 40,631 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 6,351 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 15.6% |
| Median Age | 36.6 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 6,520 (7.8%) |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.7% |
Market Overview
Dougherty County, Georgia has a population of 83,915, which has declined 2.19% since 2020. The median household income is $46,784, below the national median of $74,580 by 37.3%. The housing vacancy rate of 15.6% suggests soft market conditions. Dougherty County is part of Georgia's land market, attracting both local and out-of-state buyers. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $11,520 per acre, with properties averaging 15.70 acres. There are currently 124 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Dougherty County, Georgia?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Dougherty County has a population of 83,915. The county has declined 2.19% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in Dougherty County?
The median household income in Dougherty County is $46,784, which is 37.3% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Dougherty County growing or shrinking?
Dougherty County is shrinking. The population has declined 2.19% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Dougherty County?
The median home value in Dougherty County is $129,200. The housing vacancy rate is 15.6%, which suggests soft market conditions. The unemployment rate is 10.7%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $11,520 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $22,507.
Does Reelvest buy land in Dougherty County, Georgia?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout Georgia, including Dougherty 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.