Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 41,322 ↓ 0.1% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $53,165 29% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $143,100 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% |
| Median Age | 37.3 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 11.5% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 48 transactions |
| Active Listings | 45 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 546 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $15,425 |
| Recent Sales | 44 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 190 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 26.62 acres |
| Active Listings | 37 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026New | 2.83 | $125,000 | $44,232 | 0 Highway 82 E | Sumner |
| Mar 2026New | 1.42 | $28,500 | $20,070 | 0 Red Bird Rd | Tifton |
| Mar 2026New | 1.42 | $28,500 | $20,070 | 0 Red Bird Rd #Na | Tifton |
| Mar 2026New | 69.48 | $96,000 | $1,382 | 0 Us Highway 319 N | Tifton |
| Mar 2026New | 204.46 | $1,400,000 | $6,847 | 248 Gun Lake Loop | Tifton |
| Mar 2026New | 15.16 | $290,000 | $19,129 | 33 Oquinn Rd | Tifton |
| Mar 2026New | 41.77 | $160,000 | $3,831 | 0 Chula Brookfield Rd | Tifton |
| Feb 2026 | 6.38 | $105,000 | $16,458 | TRACT 1 Whiddon Mill Rd | Tifton |
| Feb 2026 | 16.68 | $30,000 | $1,799 | Le | Lenox |
| Feb 2026 | 6.04 | $2,440,000 | $403,974 | 4172 Us Highway 319 S | Tifton |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 17.45 | $134,372 | $7,700 | 0 Clements Simmons Rd | Tifton |
| Jan 2026 | 1.50 | $65,000 | $43,333 | 3 Limerick Ln | Tifton |
| Dec 2025 | 15.00 | $76,000 | $5,067 | 587 Harold Tyson Rd | Tifton |
| Dec 2025 | 29.50 | $780,000 | $26,441 | 0 Carpenter Rd | Tifton |
| Nov 2025 | 5.01 | $70,000 | $13,972 | TRACT 2 Whiddon Mill Rd | Tifton |
| Nov 2025 | 45.87 | $275,220 | $6,000 | 0 Union Rd | Tifton |
| Oct 2025 | 5.00 | $65,000 | $13,000 | 1 Harold Tyson Rd | Tifton |
| Oct 2025 | 21.07 | $325,000 | $15,425 | 0 Jordan Rd | Tifton |
| Oct 2025 | 122.46 | $858,000 | $7,006 | 90 W R Ponder Sr Rd | Tifton |
| Sep 2025 | 89.46 | $12,000 | $134 | 0 Brighton Rd | Tifton |
| Sep 2025 | 8.84 | $65,820 | $7,446 | 0 Hall Rd | Tifton |
| Aug 2025 | 3.24 | $2,970,000 | $916,669 | 1912 Larkin Rd | Tifton |
| Aug 2025 | 3.25 | $77,900 | $23,940 | 0 Adams Road | Tifton |
| Aug 2025 | 1.45 | $25,000 | $17,241 | 2368 Old Ocilla Rd | Tifton |
| Jul 2025 | 9.04 | $45,000 | $4,978 | 37 Brooks Ln | Tifton |
| Jul 2025 | 9.04 | $45,000 | $4,978 | 0 Brooks Ln | Tifton |
| Jun 2025 | 17.91 | $145,000 | $8,095 | 974 Vanceville County Line Rd | Tifton |
| Jun 2025 | 28.00 | $900,000 | $32,143 | 0 Highpoint Rd #82 | Tifton |
| May 2025 | 4.14 | $50,000 | $12,077 | 660 Harold Tyson Rd | Tifton |
| May 2025 | 1.20 | $15,900 | $13,250 | 287 Mount Olive Church Rd | Tifton |
| May 2025 | 1.65 | $30,000 | $18,182 | Belflower Rd | Tifton |
| May 2025 | 92.00 | $30,000 | $326 | 0 Belflower Rd | Tifton |
| May 2025 | 7.09 | $130,000 | $18,336 | 4817 Carpenter Rd S | Tifton |
| May 2025 | 2.14 | $45,000 | $21,028 | 0 Brownlee Cir | Tifton |
| Apr 2025 | 49.57 | $43,300 | $874 | N Us Highway 319 | Tifton |
| Apr 2025 | 3.12 | $61,871 | $19,830 | Springhill Church Rd | Tifton |
| Apr 2025 | 83.26 | $882,556 | $10,600 | Jordan Rd | Tifton |
| Apr 2025 | 8.40 | $882,556 | $105,066 | 0 State Highway 319 | Tifton |
| Apr 2025 | 30.38 | $180,000 | $5,925 | 0 Sutton Rd | Tifton |
| Apr 2025 | 3.58 | $79,500 | $22,207 | 0 Thomas Dr | Tifton |
| Mar 2025 | 69.16 | $414,960 | $6,000 | 2717 N Us Highway 41 | Tifton |
| Mar 2025 | 5.36 | $90,000 | $16,791 | 2 William Gibbs Rd | Tifton |
| Mar 2025 | 5.91 | $1,500,000 | $253,808 | W Us Highway 82 | Tifton |
| Mar 2025 | 5.63 | $90,000 | $15,986 | 1 William Gibbs Rd | Tifton |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Oct 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $35,000 |
| Recent Sales | 4 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 92 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.63 acres |
| Active Listings | 8 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 0.63 | $35,000 | 0 Camellia Dr | Tifton |
| Feb 2026 | 0.63 | $35,000 | 0 Camellia Dr #6 | Tifton |
| Oct 2025 | 0.80 | $26,500 | 0 Forest Lake Dr | Tifton |
| Oct 2025 | 0.46 | $34,900 | 0 Melanna Dr | Tifton |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 41,322 |
| Population (2020) | 41,344 |
| Population Growth | -0.05% |
| Median Household Income | $53,165 |
| Median Home Value | $143,100 |
| Total Housing Units | 17,564 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,023 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 11.5% |
| Median Age | 37.3 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 2,707 (6.6%) |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% |
Market Overview
Tift County, Georgia has a population of 41,322, which has declined 0.05% since 2020. The median household income is $53,165, below the national median of $74,580 by 28.7%. The housing vacancy rate of 11.5% suggests balanced market conditions. Tift County remains a key area for land acquisition in Georgia. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $13,982 per acre, with properties averaging 20.60 acres. There are currently 45 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Tift County, Georgia?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Tift County has a population of 41,322. The county has declined 0.05% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in Tift County?
The median household income in Tift County is $53,165, which is 28.7% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Tift County growing or shrinking?
Tift County is shrinking. The population has declined 0.05% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Tift County?
The median home value in Tift County is $143,100. The housing vacancy rate is 11.5%, which suggests balanced market conditions. The unemployment rate is 3.3%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $13,982 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $30,000.
Does Reelvest buy land in Tift County, Georgia?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout Georgia, including Tift 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.