Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 137,536 ↑ 6.0% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $73,297 2% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $356,000 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.7% |
| Median Age | 68.4 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 16.7% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 38 transactions |
| Active Listings | 21 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 581 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $5,623 |
| Recent Sales | 38 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 209 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 79.59 acres |
| Active Listings | 15 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026New | 20.00 | $126,000 | $6,300 | 0 Shiloh Rd | Americus |
| Jan 2026 | 652.00 | $2,510,500 | $3,850 | State Highway 45 S | Americus |
| Jan 2026 | 373.65 | $569,815 | $1,525 | 0 Harry Priddy Rd | Americus |
| Jan 2026 | 1.46 | $12,000 | $8,219 | Lower Five Points Rd | Smithville |
| Jan 2026 | 3.29 | $18,500 | $5,623 | 0 Littlefield Dr | Americus |
| Jan 2026 | 8.56 | $33,500 | $3,914 | Valley Dr | Americus |
| Jan 2026 | 2.10 | $17,000 | $8,095 | Wolf Creek Dr | Americus |
| Dec 2025 | 51.93 | $17,500 | $337 | 352 Parkers Xing | Americus |
| Dec 2025 | 100.00 | $358,666 | $3,587 | Tbd District Line Rd | Americus |
| Dec 2025 | 3.35 | $27,997 | $8,357 | 350 Watermelon Rd | Andersonville |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | 5.55 | $16,000 | $2,883 | 0 S Bass St | Leslie |
| Oct 2025 | 1.96 | $25,000 | $12,755 | 0 Brighton Ct | Americus |
| Oct 2025 | 159.00 | $874,500 | $5,500 | 571 Bob Dodson Rd | Plains |
| Oct 2025 | 4.19 | $125,000 | $29,833 | 200 Southgate Dr | Americus |
| Sep 2025 | 20.78 | $92,000 | $4,428 | 639 Rw Jones Rd | Leslie |
| Aug 2025 | 1.26 | $23,500 | $18,651 | LOT 35 N Pointe Cir | Americus |
| Aug 2025 | 12.00 | $88,000 | $7,333 | 0 Carter Fish Pond Rd | Plains |
| Jul 2025 | 2.00 | $309,000 | $154,500 | 641 Flintside Dr | Cobb |
| Jul 2025 | 32.29 | $250,000 | $7,742 | 559 Us Highway 19 N | Americus |
| Jul 2025 | 494.39 | $2,550,000 | $5,158 | 1504 Us Highway 280 W | Plains |
| Jul 2025 | 90.00 | $359,900 | $3,999 | Highway 49 S | Americus |
| Jul 2025 | 90.00 | $359,900 | $3,999 | 0 Highway 49 S | Americus |
| Jun 2025 | 59.97 | $535,000 | $8,921 | 2422 State Highway 308 S | Smithville |
| Jun 2025 | 2.00 | $300,000 | $150,000 | 631 Flintside Dr | Cobb |
| Jun 2025 | 14.00 | $90,000 | $6,429 | 0 N Carter Fish Pond Rd | Plains |
| May 2025 | 1.00 | $9,500 | $9,500 | 0 Us Highway 19 N | Americus |
| May 2025 | 1.00 | $9,500 | $9,500 | 0 Us Highway 19 N | Americus |
| May 2025 | 1.00 | $9,500 | $9,500 | Us Highway 19 N | Americus |
| May 2025 | 19.75 | $89,000 | $4,506 | Highway 49 N | Americus |
| Apr 2025 | 381.00 | $1,447,952 | $3,800 | 0 Croxton Cross Rd | Smithville |
| Apr 2025 | 381.04 | $1,447,952 | $3,800 | Croxton Cross Rd | Smithville |
| Apr 2025 | 1.10 | $13,500 | $12,273 | 1018 E Furlow St | Americus |
| Apr 2025 | 15.05 | $42,900 | $2,850 | 548 State Highway 195 S | Leslie |
| Apr 2025 | 1.99 | $6,000 | $3,015 | Littlefield Dr | Americus |
| Apr 2025 | 3.29 | $10,000 | $3,040 | S Ga Tech Pkwy | Americus |
| Apr 2025 | 3.29 | $10,000 | $3,040 | 0 S Ga Tech Pkwy | Americus |
| Apr 2025 | 1.00 | $8,700 | $8,700 | 0 Southerfield Rd | Americus |
| Mar 2025 | 8.05 | $18,000 | $2,236 | 1087 Us Highway 280 W | Plains |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $80,000 |
| Recent Sales | 23 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 660 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.40 acres |
| Active Listings | 6 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
No recent sales data available for this period.
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 29,174 |
| Population (2020) | 29,616 |
| Population Growth | -1.49% |
| Median Household Income | $41,877 |
| Median Home Value | $122,300 |
| Total Housing Units | 13,499 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,651 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 19.6% |
| Median Age | 37.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 2,212 (7.6%) |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.7% |
Market Overview
Sumter County, Georgia has a population of 29,174, which has declined 1.49% since 2020. The median household income is $41,877, below the national median of $74,580 by 43.8%. The housing vacancy rate of 19.6% suggests soft market conditions. As part of Georgia, Sumter County benefits from the state's growing interest in vacant land investment. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $4,871 per acre, with properties averaging 65.70 acres. There are currently 21 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Sumter County, Georgia?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Sumter County has a population of 29,174. The county has declined 1.49% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in Sumter County?
The median household income in Sumter County is $41,877, which is 43.8% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Sumter County growing or shrinking?
Sumter County is shrinking. The population has declined 1.49% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Sumter County?
The median home value in Sumter County is $122,300. The housing vacancy rate is 19.6%, 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 $4,871 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $80,000.
Does Reelvest buy land in Sumter County, Georgia?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout Georgia, including Sumter 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.