Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 48,219 ↓ 0.8% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $45,071 40% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $102,500 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.7% |
| Median Age | 43.8 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 18.4% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 48 transactions |
| Active Listings | 60 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 510 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $6,042 |
| Recent Sales | 36 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 195 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 49.19 acres |
| Active Listings | 26 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026New | 11.86 | $82,500 | $6,956 | 119 Ridgeview Ct | Roanoke Rapids |
| Mar 2026New | 20.00 | $50,000 | $2,500 | 20 Acres Hwy #301 | Weldon |
| Feb 2026 | 53.00 | $180,000 | $3,396 | 35895 NC-561 | Hollister |
| Jan 2026 | 2.02 | $11,000 | $5,446 | Walnut Grove Rd | Roanoke Rapids |
| Jan 2026 | 2.40 | $14,500 | $6,042 | 01 Medoc Mountain Road | Hollister |
| Dec 2025 | 2.00 | $55,000 | $27,500 | 0 Jennifers Ln | Roanoke Rapids |
| Dec 2025 | 16.30 | $35,000 | $2,147 | 0 Drapers Road | Enfield |
| Nov 2025 | 167.60 | $825,000 | $4,922 | 0 Highway 481 | Enfield |
| Nov 2025 | 1.40 | $45,000 | $32,143 | 244 Reynolds Cir | Roanoke Rapids |
| Nov 2025 | 1.29 | $50,000 | $38,760 | 0 Lake Pointe Dr | Roanoke Rapids |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | 59.04 | $170,000 | $2,879 | 0 Qualls Road | Hollister |
| Nov 2025 | 2.44 | $52,000 | $21,311 | 0 Stonegate Dr | Roanoke Rapids |
| Nov 2025 | 1.73 | $15,000 | $8,671 | 0 Captains Road | Scotland Neck |
| Oct 2025 | 4.00 | $80,000 | $20,000 | Three Bridges Rd | Roanoke Rapids |
| Oct 2025 | 167.60 | $825,000 | $4,922 | 0 Highway 481 Byp Lot 1 | Enfield |
| Sep 2025 | 300.00 | $855,000 | $2,850 | 0 Shields Commissary Road | Scotland Neck |
| Sep 2025 | 27.94 | $101,000 | $3,615 | 0 Woodridge Road | Enfield |
| Aug 2025 | 1.66 | $90,000 | $54,217 | 1344 Sr | Littleton |
| Aug 2025 | 25.38 | $120,000 | $4,728 | 0 Justice Branch Rd | Littleton |
| Aug 2025 | 1.11 | $35,000 | $31,532 | 15 Halyard Dr | Roanoke Rapids |
| Jul 2025 | 101.00 | $210,000 | $2,079 | Drapers Rd | Enfield |
| Jul 2025 | 2.36 | $40,000 | $16,949 | 0 Country Club Rd | Weldon |
| Jun 2025 | 3.00 | $22,500 | $7,500 | 2 Little Deep Creek | Roanoke Rapids |
| Jun 2025 | 2.54 | $32,000 | $12,598 | Lots 1&2 Thelma Rd | Littleton |
| Jun 2025 | 33.50 | $190,000 | $5,672 | Tbd Highway 48 | Enfield |
| Jun 2025 | 74.36 | $120,000 | $1,614 | 0 Mills Rd | Hollister |
| Jun 2025 | 1.50 | $13,000 | $8,667 | 0 Sugar Berry Drive | Roanoke Rapids |
| Jun 2025 | 28.06 | $150,000 | $5,346 | 0 Stack Powell Rd | Roanoke Rapids |
| May 2025 | 40.88 | $145,000 | $3,547 | Tbd Highway 125 | Halifax |
| May 2025 | 32.00 | $55,000 | $1,719 | 0 Hollow Dr | Roanoke Rapids |
| Apr 2025 | 10.00 | $160,000 | $16,000 | 128 Ridgeview Ct | Roanoke Rapids |
| Apr 2025 | 557.08 | $1,000,000 | $1,795 | 0 Hwy 561 | Halifax |
| Apr 2025 | 1.30 | $16,000 | $12,308 | 0 Ita Road | Enfield |
| Apr 2025 | 5.41 | $40,000 | $7,394 | TRACT 6B Lonnie B Green Rd | Roanoke Rapids |
| Apr 2025 | 1.10 | $16,000 | $14,545 | 35-36 Green Ash Ct #37 | Roanoke Rapids |
| Mar 2025 | 7.84 | $22,500 | $2,870 | 0 Medoc Mountain Road | Enfield |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Oct 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $20,000 |
| Recent Sales | 12 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 103 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.50 acres |
| Active Listings | 34 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026New | 0.84 | $32,000 | 13 Halyard Dr | Roanoke Rapids |
| Jan 2026 | 0.71 | $240,000 | 18 Stonecrop Cir #18 | Littleton |
| Jan 2026 | 0.46 | $17,000 | 0 Weavers Chapel Rd | Littleton |
| Dec 2025 | 0.76 | $20,000 | 738 Rivers Edge Pkwy | Roanoke Rapids |
| Dec 2025 | 0.32 | $12,000 | 263 Driftwood Ln | Roanoke Rapids |
| Dec 2025 | 0.49 | $14,000 | 3 Shoffner Dr | Roanoke Rapids |
| Dec 2025 | 0.70 | $20,000 | 000 Halifax Street | Enfield |
| Nov 2025 | 0.33 | $32,000 | LOT 14 Stoney Brook Dr | Roanoke Rapids |
| Oct 2025 | 0.49 | $33,000 | 790 Rivers Edge Pkwy | Roanoke Rapids |
| Oct 2025 | 0.11 | $2,400 | 0 Dead End Rd | Enfield |
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 0.15 | $10,000 | 338-340 Dead End Rd | Enfield |
| Oct 2025 | 0.59 | $9,500 | 7 Amos Jones Rd | Littleton |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 48,219 |
| Population (2020) | 48,622 |
| Population Growth | -0.83% |
| Median Household Income | $45,071 |
| Median Home Value | $102,500 |
| Total Housing Units | 24,849 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4,580 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 18.4% |
| Median Age | 43.8 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 3,533 (7.3%) |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.7% |
Market Overview
Halifax County, North Carolina has a population of 48,219, which has declined 0.83% since 2020. The median household income is $45,071, below the national median of $74,580 by 39.6%. The housing vacancy rate of 18.4% suggests soft market conditions. As part of North Carolina, Halifax County benefits from the state's growing interest in vacant land investment. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $5,808 per acre, with properties averaging 30.40 acres. There are currently 60 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Halifax County, North Carolina?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Halifax County has a population of 48,219. The county has declined 0.83% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in Halifax County?
The median household income in Halifax County is $45,071, which is 39.6% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Halifax County growing or shrinking?
Halifax County is shrinking. The population has declined 0.83% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Halifax County?
The median home value in Halifax County is $102,500. The housing vacancy rate is 18.4%, which suggests soft market conditions. The unemployment rate is 8.7%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $5,808 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $17,625.
Does Reelvest buy land in Halifax County, North Carolina?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout North Carolina, including Halifax 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.