Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 11,391 ↑ 2.7% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $53,645 28% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $263,300 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.2% |
| Median Age | 54.5 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 32.0% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 40 transactions |
| Active Listings | 177 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 518 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $20,595 |
| Recent Sales | 28 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 209 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 28.52 acres |
| Active Listings | 29 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 1.82 | $81,500 | $44,707 | 3671 80th Ave N | Moorhead |
| Feb 2026 | 143.78 | $18,000 | $125 | 1591 240th St S | Hawley |
| Jan 2026 | 29.57 | $150,000 | $5,073 | 5017 240th St N | Hawley |
| Nov 2025 | 40.00 | $275,000 | $6,875 | 27606 130th Ave S | Hawley |
| Nov 2025 | 1.50 | $75,000 | $50,000 | 3887 79th Ave N | Moorhead |
| Nov 2025 | 20.00 | $40,000 | $2,000 | 210th St N | Ulen |
| Nov 2025 | 10.52 | $100,000 | $9,506 | 147th Ave S | Hawley |
| Nov 2025 | 1.13 | $100,000 | $88,496 | 6836 2nd St NW | Moorhead |
| Oct 2025 | 1.19 | $60,000 | $50,421 | 6923 3rd St NW | Moorhead |
| Oct 2025 | 50.19 | $260,000 | $5,180 | 270 Saint N | Hawley |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 1.03 | $69,900 | $67,865 | 6922 3rd St S | Moorhead |
| Oct 2025 | 1.06 | $69,900 | $65,943 | 6922 NW 3rd St | Moorhead |
| Sep 2025 | 1.25 | $120,000 | $96,000 | 410 9th St SW | Dilworth |
| Sep 2025 | 298.42 | $650,000 | $2,178 | 9604 150th Ave S | Barnesville |
| Aug 2025 | 3.72 | $58,500 | $15,726 | 26026 154th Ave S | Barnesville |
| Aug 2025 | 3.15 | $610,000 | $193,651 | 6741 140th Ave S | Sabin |
| Jul 2025 | 17.48 | $130,000 | $7,437 | 9798 110th Ave S | Sabin |
| Jun 2025 | 8.46 | $125,000 | $14,775 | 10228 Highway 9 S | Barnesville |
| May 2025 | 4.37 | $90,000 | $20,595 | 15957 70th Ave S | Barnesville |
| May 2025 | 1.83 | $84,900 | $46,393 | 3603 80th Ave N | Moorhead |
| May 2025 | 21.18 | $115,000 | $5,430 | 12th Ave S | Hawley |
| Apr 2025 | 1.82 | $78,500 | $43,132 | 3757 80th Ave N | Moorhead |
| Apr 2025 | 1.48 | $175,000 | $118,243 | (undisclosed Address) | Moorhead |
| Apr 2025 | 93.41 | $420,345 | $4,500 | 24408 40th Ave S | Hawley |
| Apr 2025 | 26.66 | $147,500 | $5,533 | 260th St N | Hawley |
| Apr 2025 | 5.00 | $115,000 | $23,000 | 75 S Kurtz Ter | Moorhead |
| Mar 2025 | 7.32 | $75,000 | $10,246 | 70th Ave S | Hawley |
| Mar 2025 | 1.17 | $92,000 | $78,632 | 1319 Jetvig Blvd | Hawley |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Sep 2025 – Jan 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $275,000 |
| Recent Sales | 12 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 112 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.33 acres |
| Active Listings | 148 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 0.26 | $48,900 | 4321 21st Ave S | Moorhead |
| Jan 2026 | 0.40 | $8,000 | 204 Lincoln Ave E | Ulen |
| Jan 2026 | 0.40 | $8,000 | 202 Lincoln Ave E | Ulen |
| Jan 2026 | 0.22 | $275,000 | 2223 43rd St S | Moorhead |
| Dec 2025 | 0.16 | $542,284 | 2325 Westgate Dr | Hawley |
| Nov 2025 | 0.36 | $60,000 | 1237 Southview Dr SW | Glyndon |
| Oct 2025 | 0.39 | $275,000 | 410 Tessa Dr | Moorhead |
| Oct 2025 | 0.78 | $275,000 | 410 Tessa Dr | Moorhead |
| Oct 2025 | 0.26 | $49,900 | 4329 21st Ave S | Moorhead |
| Oct 2025 | 0.26 | $478,051 | 4320 23rd Ave S | Moorhead |
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 0.26 | $383,351 | 4319 23rd Ave S | Moorhead |
| Sep 2025 | 0.24 | $436,375 | 2128 44th St S | Moorhead |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 65,628 |
| Population (2020) | 65,318 |
| Population Growth | 0.47% |
| Median Household Income | $77,664 |
| Median Home Value | $256,000 |
| Total Housing Units | 27,241 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,302 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 4.8% |
| Median Age | 33.5 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 10,454 (15.9%) |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.2% |
Market Overview
Clay County, Minnesota has a population of 65,628, which has grown 0.47% since 2020. The median household income is $77,664, above the national median of $74,580 by 4.1%. The housing vacancy rate of 4.8% suggests tight market conditions. Clay County remains a key area for land acquisition in Minnesota. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $26,785 per acre, with properties averaging 26.00 acres. There are currently 177 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Clay County, Minnesota?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Clay County has a population of 65,628. The county has grown 0.47% since the 2020 Census, indicating a growing community.
What is the median household income in Clay County?
The median household income in Clay County is $77,664, which is 4.1% above the national median of $74,580.
Is Clay County growing or shrinking?
Clay County is growing. The population has increased 0.47% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Clay County?
The median home value in Clay County is $256,000. The housing vacancy rate is 4.8%, which suggests tight market conditions. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $26,785 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $49,900.
Does Reelvest buy land in Clay County, Minnesota?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout Minnesota, including Clay 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.