Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 48,777 ↓ 0.2% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $48,480 35% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $116,800 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.9% |
| Median Age | 41.7 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 16.0% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 56 transactions |
| Active Listings | 66 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 331 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $6,533 |
| Recent Sales | 45 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 196 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 34.76 acres |
| Active Listings | 35 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 208.16 | $650,000 | $3,123 | Old Canal Ln | Tarboro |
| Feb 2026 | 1.00 | $18,500 | $18,500 | 17 Bobtail Ct | Pinetops |
| Feb 2026 | 39.57 | $2,500 | $63 | Saint Lewis Rd | Macclesfield |
| Feb 2026 | 166.00 | $13,500 | $81 | 110 N 12th St | Pinetops |
| Jan 2026 | 6.85 | $50,000 | $7,299 | 13618 Us Highway 64 Alt W | Rocky Mount |
| Jan 2026 | 21.75 | $76,500 | $3,517 | 3112 Old Wilson Rd | Rocky Mount |
| Jan 2026 | 13.82 | $36,382 | $2,633 | Highway 258 | Tarboro |
| Dec 2025 | 8.84 | $13,000 | $1,471 | Springfield Rd | Rocky Mount |
| Dec 2025 | 1.58 | $45,000 | $28,481 | Armstrong Rd | Whitakers |
| Dec 2025 | 2.15 | $36,000 | $16,744 | 56 Manning Rd | Tarboro |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 3.53 | $47,000 | $13,315 | 713 Lakeview Dr | Tarboro |
| Dec 2025 | 3.53 | $47,000 | $13,314 | 0 Lakeview Drive | Tarboro |
| Dec 2025 | 1.13 | $48,000 | $42,478 | 101 Barrington Drive | Tarboro |
| Nov 2025 | 3.35 | $14,000 | $4,179 | Brake Rd | Rocky Mount |
| Nov 2025 | 142.00 | $375,000 | $2,641 | State Highway 97 E | Tarboro |
| Nov 2025 | 2.20 | $14,000 | $6,364 | State Route 1230 | Rocky Mount |
| Oct 2025 | 19.54 | $90,000 | $4,606 | 000 Hwy 64 Off Nc | Tarboro |
| Oct 2025 | 7.84 | $362,500 | $46,237 | 120 Fountain Park Dr #3 | Battleboro |
| Oct 2025 | 24.04 | $60,000 | $2,496 | Lanie Ln | Tarboro |
| Oct 2025 | 46.00 | $27,000 | $587 | State Hwy N | Tarboro |
| Sep 2025 | 45.00 | $189,000 | $4,200 | Clover Rd | Rocky Mount |
| Sep 2025 | 87.51 | $400,000 | $4,571 | Baker Off | Tarboro |
| Aug 2025 | 2.30 | $108,354 | $47,110 | Us Highway 258 | Pinetops |
| Jul 2025 | 18.00 | $27,000 | $1,500 | Floods Store Rd | Rocky Mount |
| Jul 2025 | 6.41 | $40,000 | $6,240 | Daniel St | Tarboro |
| Jul 2025 | 29.30 | $162,500 | $5,546 | 91 Burnette Farm Rd | Tarboro |
| Jul 2025 | 134.60 | $450,000 | $3,343 | Dickens Rd | Tarboro |
| Jul 2025 | 114.81 | $750,000 | $6,533 | 5046 State Highway 111 S | Macclesfield |
| Jun 2025 | 1.56 | $40,000 | $25,641 | 100 Mill Pond Rd | Speed |
| Jun 2025 | 29.32 | $207,000 | $7,060 | 0 Nc Highway 43 | Pinetops |
| Jun 2025 | 29.32 | $207,000 | $7,060 | Highway 43 | Pinetops |
| Jun 2025 | 1.57 | $40,000 | $25,478 | 403 Longwood Drive | Pinetops |
| May 2025 | 41.18 | $130,500 | $3,169 | (undisclosed Address) | Tarboro |
| May 2025 | 1.00 | $265,000 | $265,000 | 1850 State Highway 111 S | Pinetops |
| May 2025 | 79.85 | $400,000 | $5,009 | State Route 1407 | Battleboro |
| May 2025 | 3.43 | $2,000 | $583 | 179 Malcolm Ln | Rocky Mount |
| May 2025 | 88.64 | $35,000 | $395 | 12528 Us Highway 258 S | Macclesfield |
| May 2025 | 1.22 | $22,500 | $18,443 | Antioch Rd | Rocky Mount |
| Apr 2025 | 20.00 | $174,500 | $8,725 | 239 Green Pasture Road | Rocky Mount |
| Apr 2025 | 49.00 | $331,560 | $6,767 | 0 Orchard Road | Elm City |
| Apr 2025 | 49.00 | $332,000 | $6,776 | 997 Orchard Rd | Elm City |
| Mar 2025 | 5.04 | $33,000 | $6,548 | 263 Pinestraw Ln | Rocky Mount |
| Mar 2025 | 1.01 | $25,000 | $24,752 | 3 Fishing Creek Road | Tarboro |
| Mar 2025 | 1.03 | $29,900 | $29,029 | 2 Fishing Creek Road | Tarboro |
| Mar 2025 | 1.34 | $25,000 | $18,657 | 1 Fishing Creek Road | Tarboro |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Sep 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $19,500 |
| Recent Sales | 11 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 90 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.47 acres |
| Active Listings | 31 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 0.17 | $17,500 | 201 S 3rd St | Pinetops |
| Feb 2026 | 0.68 | $19,500 | 6 Nc-33 NW | Tarboro |
| Feb 2026 | 0.36 | $18,000 | 317 Crestwood Circle | Pinetops |
| Jan 2026 | 0.18 | $35,000 | 261 Hill St | Rocky Mount |
| Dec 2025 | 0.69 | $35,000 | 2415 State Highway 124 E | Pinetops |
| Dec 2025 | 0.44 | $14,000 | 6-7 Knight Street | Whitakers |
| Dec 2025 | 0.50 | $17,000 | 27 Warwick Drive | Pinetops |
| Nov 2025 | 0.56 | $25,000 | 100 Mullins Street | Princeville |
| Nov 2025 | 0.70 | $23,000 | 0 Nc 122 N | Tarboro |
| Oct 2025 | 0.83 | $37,000 | 6100 Pleasant Hill Rd | Rocky Mount |
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 0.05 | $2,500 | 529 Pennsylvania Ave | Rocky Mount |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 48,777 |
| Population (2020) | 48,900 |
| Population Growth | -0.25% |
| Median Household Income | $48,480 |
| Median Home Value | $116,800 |
| Total Housing Units | 23,258 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,725 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 16.0% |
| Median Age | 41.7 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 3,969 (8.1%) |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.9% |
Market Overview
Edgecombe County, North Carolina has a population of 48,777, which has declined 0.25% since 2020. The median household income is $48,480, below the national median of $74,580 by 35.0%. The housing vacancy rate of 16.0% suggests soft market conditions. The county's location in North Carolina makes it accessible for investors and developers seeking rural land. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $6,302 per acre, with properties averaging 39.20 acres. There are currently 66 active land listings in the county.
Related Resources
- Sell Land in Edgecombe County, NC
- How to Sell Land in North Carolina
- FSBO Guide
- Land Valuation Guide
Nearby County Reports
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Edgecombe County, North Carolina?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Edgecombe County has a population of 48,777. The county has declined 0.25% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in Edgecombe County?
The median household income in Edgecombe County is $48,480, which is 35.0% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Edgecombe County growing or shrinking?
Edgecombe County is shrinking. The population has declined 0.25% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Edgecombe County?
The median home value in Edgecombe County is $116,800. The housing vacancy rate is 16.0%, which suggests soft market conditions. The unemployment rate is 7.9%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $6,302 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $17,750.
Does Reelvest buy land in Edgecombe 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.