Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 82,881 ↑ 0.8% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $80,365 8% above national median |
| Median Home Value | $221,100 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% |
| Median Age | 37.7 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 7.1% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 130 transactions |
| Active Listings | 35 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 550 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Aug 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $19,211 |
| Recent Sales | 65 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 582 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 14.30 acres |
| Active Listings | 13 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 2.70 | $55,000 | $20,370 | Columbus |
| Feb 2026 | 3.80 | $73,000 | $19,211 | Nashville |
| Dec 2025 | 31.01 | $170,000 | $5,482 | Columbus |
| Dec 2025 | 8.66 | $99,900 | $11,536 | Columbus |
| Nov 2025 | 7.03 | $110,000 | $15,647 | Columbus |
| Nov 2025 | 7.00 | $78,000 | $11,143 | Columbus |
| Oct 2025 | 17.76 | $165,000 | $9,291 | Columbus |
| Sep 2025 | 3.20 | $86,500 | $27,031 | Elizabethtown |
| Sep 2025 | 13.06 | $200,000 | $15,314 | Columbus |
| Aug 2025 | 1.80 | $62,000 | $34,444 | Elizabethtown |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Nov 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $75,000 |
| Recent Sales | 65 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 518 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.40 acres |
| Active Listings | 22 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 0.29 | $100,000 | Columbus |
| Feb 2026 | 0.32 | $70,000 | Columbus |
| Feb 2026 | 0.23 | $50,000 | Columbus |
| Jan 2026 | 0.62 | $82,000 | Columbus |
| Jan 2026 | 0.26 | $80,000 | Columbus |
| Dec 2025 | 0.30 | $111,507 | Columbus |
| Dec 2025 | 0.17 | $20,704 | Columbus |
| Dec 2025 | 0.30 | $5,000 | Columbus |
| Nov 2025 | 0.64 | $150,000 | Columbus |
| Nov 2025 | 0.66 | $34,000 | Columbus |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 82,881 |
| Population (2020) | 82,208 |
| Population Growth | 0.82% |
| Median Household Income | $80,365 |
| Median Home Value | $221,100 |
| Total Housing Units | 35,517 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,533 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 7.1% |
| Median Age | 37.7 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 11,362 (13.7%) |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% |
Market Overview
Bartholomew County, Indiana has a population of 82,881, which has grown 0.82% since 2020. The median household income is $80,365, above the national median of $74,580 by 7.8%. The housing vacancy rate of 7.1% suggests balanced market conditions. The county's location in Indiana makes it accessible for investors and developers seeking rural land. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $19,211 per acre, with properties averaging 14.30 acres. There are currently 35 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Bartholomew County, Indiana?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Bartholomew County has a population of 82,881. The county has grown 0.82% since the 2020 Census, indicating a growing community.
What is the median household income in Bartholomew County?
The median household income in Bartholomew County is $80,365, which is 7.8% above the national median of $74,580.
Is Bartholomew County growing or shrinking?
Bartholomew County is growing. The population has increased 0.82% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Bartholomew County?
The median home value in Bartholomew County is $221,100. The housing vacancy rate is 7.1%, which suggests balanced market conditions. The unemployment rate is 3.7%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $19,211 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $75,000.
Does Reelvest buy land in Bartholomew County, Indiana?
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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.