Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 21,903 ↓ 0.7% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $44,245 41% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $119,300 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.9% |
| Median Age | 42.4 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 16.3% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 49 transactions |
| Active Listings | 47 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 582 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $8,948 |
| Recent Sales | 45 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 192 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 28.29 acres |
| Active Listings | 42 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 3.00 | $32,000 | $10,667 | 433 Parson Rd | Wadesboro |
| Feb 2026 | 4.37 | $65,000 | $14,874 | 0 Prison Camp Rd | Polkton |
| Feb 2026 | 1.10 | $16,500 | $15,000 | Sandy Ridge Church Rd #1 | Morven |
| Feb 2026 | 1.26 | $16,000 | $12,698 | 1646 Morgan Sellers Road | Wadesboro |
| Jan 2026 | 6.70 | $195,000 | $29,104 | LOT 4 Highway 218 | Peachland |
| Jan 2026 | 1.85 | $19,900 | $10,757 | Tbd Sanctuary Ln #24 | Lilesville |
| Jan 2026 | 11.82 | $80,000 | $6,768 | 1110 Hightower Rd | Morven |
| Dec 2025 | 40.46 | $170,000 | $4,202 | 0 Haven Rd #3856 | Morven |
| Dec 2025 | 2.98 | $26,250 | $8,809 | Heritage Ln #96 | Lilesville |
| Dec 2025 | 1.20 | $22,875 | $19,062 | N Washington St | Wadesboro |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 1.10 | $15,000 | $13,636 | Sandy Ridge Church Rd #3 | Morven |
| Oct 2025 | 2.12 | $55,000 | $25,943 | 1415 Bill Curlee Rd | Polkton |
| Oct 2025 | 1.38 | $25,000 | $18,116 | Tbd Riverbluff Lane | Lilesville |
| Oct 2025 | 23.71 | $160,000 | $6,748 | Dickie Little Rd | Wadesboro |
| Oct 2025 | 29.00 | $205,530 | $7,087 | Tbd1 Dickie Little Rd | Wadesboro |
| Oct 2025 | 9.22 | $82,500 | $8,948 | 2275 Brown Creek Church Rd | Wadesboro |
| Oct 2025 | 1.14 | $20,500 | $17,982 | 0000A Riverbluff Ln | Lilesville |
| Oct 2025 | 1.01 | $20,500 | $20,297 | 0000B Riverbluff Ln | Lilesville |
| Sep 2025 | 21.67 | $149,000 | $6,876 | 139 Hough Dr | Morven |
| Sep 2025 | 36.20 | $341,530 | $9,433 | 0 Old Highway 52 Hwy S | Wadesboro |
| Sep 2025 | 260.61 | $2,500,000 | $9,593 | Us Highway 74 W | Peachland |
| Sep 2025 | 5.06 | $38,275 | $7,564 | 272 Deep Creek Rd | Wadesboro |
| Sep 2025 | 57.00 | $160,000 | $2,807 | 196 Ivy Rd | Polkton |
| Sep 2025 | 19.84 | $160,000 | $8,065 | 157 Ivy Rd | Polkton |
| Aug 2025 | 54.33 | $412,500 | $7,592 | Vacant Red Hl | Polkton |
| Aug 2025 | 3.09 | $47,000 | $15,210 | Old Highway 52 Hwy W | Wadesboro |
| Aug 2025 | 49.29 | $220,000 | $4,463 | 1440 Brown Creek Church Rd | Wadesboro |
| Aug 2025 | 1.81 | $38,000 | $20,994 | 1121 Horton Rd | Wadesboro |
| Aug 2025 | 5.99 | $50,000 | $8,347 | 1450 Pork Rd | Peachland |
| Jul 2025 | 5.48 | $125,000 | $22,810 | 0 Tucker Rd | Peachland |
| Jul 2025 | 59.25 | $474,000 | $8,000 | 0 Mineral Springs Church Rd | Polkton |
| Jul 2025 | 185.00 | $893,550 | $4,830 | 0 Daisy Rd | Lilesville |
| Jul 2025 | 10.78 | $95,000 | $8,813 | 0 State Highway 74 | Peachland |
| Jun 2025 | 3.70 | $95,300 | $25,736 | LOT 7 High Ridge Church Rd | Marshville |
| Jun 2025 | 4.41 | $38,500 | $8,730 | Tbd Riverbluff Ln #142 | Lilesville |
| May 2025 | 83.03 | $456,500 | $5,498 | Tbd Gatewood Station Rd | Morven |
| May 2025 | 2.92 | $30,000 | $10,274 | 306 Riverbluff Ln | Lilesville |
| May 2025 | 32.46 | $7,000 | $216 | 1002 Hopewell Church Rd | Peachland |
| Apr 2025 | 2.26 | $30,000 | $13,274 | Country Club Rd | Wadesboro |
| Apr 2025 | 15.14 | $99,000 | $6,539 | 256 Trench Rd | Wadesboro |
| Apr 2025 | 53.00 | $410,000 | $7,736 | White Store Rd | Polkton |
| Apr 2025 | 13.38 | $275,000 | $20,553 | 1275 Traywick Rd | Peachland |
| Mar 2025 | 22.11 | $95,000 | $4,297 | 5265 White Store Rd | Polkton |
| Mar 2025 | 1.70 | $28,000 | $16,471 | Country Club Rd | Wadesboro |
| Mar 2025 | 120.32 | $365,000 | $3,034 | 0 Pit Rd | Lilesville |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Nov 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $44,900 |
| Recent Sales | 4 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 85 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.56 acres |
| Active Listings | 5 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 0.57 | $19,500 | Briaridge Ln Lot 30 | Wadesboro |
| Dec 2025 | 0.56 | $23,000 | 38 Briaridge Ln | Wadesboro |
| Dec 2025 | 0.37 | $209,000 | State Highway 742 N | Wadesboro |
| Nov 2025 | 0.75 | $44,900 | 98 Fuller St | Peachland |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 21,903 |
| Population (2020) | 22,055 |
| Population Growth | -0.69% |
| Median Household Income | $44,245 |
| Median Home Value | $119,300 |
| Total Housing Units | 9,932 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,618 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 16.3% |
| Median Age | 42.4 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 1,281 (5.8%) |
| Unemployment Rate (BLS) | 4.0% |
Market Overview
Anson County, North Carolina has a population of 21,903, which has declined 0.69% since 2020. The median household income is $44,245, below the national median of $74,580 by 40.7%. With a median home value of $119,300 and an unemployment rate of 4.0%, the local economy is struggling. The housing vacancy rate of 16.3% suggests soft market conditions. As part of North Carolina, Anson County benefits from the state's growing interest in vacant land investment. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $8,740 per acre, with properties averaging 27.90 acres. There are currently 47 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Anson County, North Carolina?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Anson County has a population of 21,903. The county has declined 0.69% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in Anson County?
The median household income in Anson County is $44,245, which is 40.7% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Anson County growing or shrinking?
Anson County is shrinking. The population has declined 0.69% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Anson County?
The median home value in Anson County is $119,300. The housing vacancy rate is 16.3%, which suggests soft market conditions. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, indicating a struggling local economy. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $8,740 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $19,000.
Does Reelvest buy land in Anson County, North Carolina?
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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.