Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 30,901 ↓ 0.2% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $68,414 8% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $143,600 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.6% |
| Median Age | 42.6 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 10.7% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 35 transactions |
| Active Listings | 30 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 464 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (May 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $13,341 |
| Recent Sales | 27 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 147 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 19.72 acres |
| Active Listings | 2 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026New | 16.50 | $215,000 | $13,030 | 0 S 600 E | Lagro |
| Jan 2026 | 8.57 | $112,000 | $13,069 | N Ogden Rd | Laketon |
| Jan 2026 | 3.21 | $64,000 | $19,938 | 0 S Old State Road 15 | Wabash |
| Jan 2026 | 2.00 | $20,000 | $10,000 | E Hill St | Wabash |
| Jan 2026 | 21.21 | $160,000 | $7,543 | V/l E State Rd #15 | Roann |
| Dec 2025 | 76.00 | $1,475,000 | $19,408 | N 200 W | North Manchester |
| Dec 2025 | 20.00 | $478,067 | $23,903 | N 700 W | Silver Lake |
| Nov 2025 | 62.00 | $460,000 | $7,419 | N 700 W | Silver Lake |
| Nov 2025 | 44.90 | $405,000 | $9,020 | E 700 North Rd | Urbana |
| Nov 2025 | 10.00 | $133,414 | $13,341 | N 600 E | Lagro |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | 72.50 | $1,000,000 | $13,793 | W State Road 114 | North Manchester |
| Nov 2025 | 65.00 | $759,250 | $11,681 | N State Road 15 | North Manchester |
| Nov 2025 | 10.00 | $700,000 | $70,000 | 0 Manchester Ave | Wabash |
| Oct 2025 | 5.73 | $250,000 | $43,630 | 12158 N State Road 15 Rd | North Manchester |
| Oct 2025 | 3.27 | $50,000 | $15,309 | 0 W 850 S | Wabash |
| Oct 2025 | 1.58 | $30,625 | $19,383 | 4846 W 895 N | Roann |
| Oct 2025 | 1.50 | $30,625 | $20,417 | 4796 W 895 N | Roann |
| Oct 2025 | 1.50 | $30,625 | $20,417 | 4720 W 895 N | Roann |
| Oct 2025 | 1.69 | $122,500 | $72,485 | N State Road 15 | Roann |
| Sep 2025 | 21.98 | $240,000 | $10,922 | 1450 North St | North Manchester |
| Aug 2025 | 8.00 | $115,000 | $14,375 | 5476 E 500 S | Wabash |
| Jul 2025 | 1.00 | $7,500 | $7,500 | 305 W Kendall St | La Fontaine |
| Jul 2025 | 10.94 | $120,000 | $10,969 | S Old Street Rd #15 | La Fontaine |
| Jul 2025 | 1.50 | $36,000 | $24,000 | 3458 E 900 S | La Fontaine |
| Jun 2025 | 29.56 | $200,000 | $6,766 | 0 W State Road 124 | Wabash |
| Jun 2025 | 16.30 | $175,000 | $10,736 | V/l N #800-W | North Manchester |
| May 2025 | 15.91 | $159,000 | $9,996 | 400 North | Urbana |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Oct 2025 – Jan 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $13,900 |
| Recent Sales | 8 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 136 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.32 acres |
| Active Listings | 28 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 0.06 | $1,216 | 173 N Huntington St | Wabash |
| Nov 2025 | 0.33 | $1,500 | 592 E 700 S | Wabash |
| Nov 2025 | 0.19 | $1,500 | 495 Stitt St | Wabash |
| Nov 2025 | 0.30 | $52,000 | 204 Salamonie Ln #204 | Wabash |
| Oct 2025 | 0.37 | $60,000 | 93 W Lakeside Dr | North Manchester |
| Oct 2025 | 0.12 | $13,900 | N Sycamore St | North Manchester |
| Oct 2025 | 0.28 | $24,900 | N Sycamore St | North Manchester |
| Oct 2025 | 0.91 | $10,500 | Western Ave | La Fontaine |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 30,901 |
| Population (2020) | 30,976 |
| Population Growth | -0.24% |
| Median Household Income | $68,414 |
| Median Home Value | $143,600 |
| Total Housing Units | 14,053 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,499 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 10.7% |
| Median Age | 42.6 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 3,083 (10.0%) |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.6% |
Market Overview
Wabash County, Indiana has a population of 30,901, which has declined 0.24% since 2020. The median household income is $68,414, below the national median of $74,580 by 8.3%. The housing vacancy rate of 10.7% 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 $11,681 per acre, with properties averaging 18.80 acres. There are currently 30 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Wabash County, Indiana?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Wabash County has a population of 30,901. The county has declined 0.24% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in Wabash County?
The median household income in Wabash County is $68,414, which is 8.3% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Wabash County growing or shrinking?
Wabash County is shrinking. The population has declined 0.24% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Wabash County?
The median home value in Wabash County is $143,600. The housing vacancy rate is 10.7%, which suggests balanced market conditions. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $11,681 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $24,000.
Does Reelvest buy land in Wabash County, Indiana?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout Indiana, including Wabash 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.