Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 54,917 ↓ 0.4% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $44,795 40% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $111,400 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.2% |
| Median Age | 42.2 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 14.3% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 45 transactions |
| Active Listings | 46 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 459 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Apr 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $7,085 |
| Recent Sales | 38 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 151 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 20.51 acres |
| Active Listings | 23 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 29.51 | $110,000 | $3,728 | Elijah Loftin Rd | Kinston |
| Feb 2026 | 1.37 | $34,000 | $24,818 | 0 J D Sutton Drive | Grifton |
| Feb 2026 | 5.00 | $43,000 | $8,600 | 2707 Nathan Hill Road | Deep Run |
| Feb 2026 | 1.53 | $55,000 | $35,948 | 2100 Hwy 258 North | Kinston |
| Feb 2026 | 1.04 | $32,000 | $30,769 | 5470 Sharon Church Road | Kinston |
| Jan 2026 | 171.82 | $730,000 | $4,249 | 1395 Hwy 58 South | Kinston |
| Jan 2026 | 45.87 | $325,000 | $7,085 | Banks School Rd | Kinston |
| Jan 2026 | 15.61 | $60,000 | $3,844 | Banks School Rd | Kinston |
| Jan 2026 | 9.54 | $500 | $52 | 2977 Tilghman Rd | Dover |
| Dec 2025 | 6.28 | $85,500 | $13,615 | 0 Easy Street | La Grange |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 13.00 | $25,000 | $1,923 | 331 Tucker Street | Grifton |
| Dec 2025 | 75.86 | $268,000 | $3,533 | Pauls Path Rd | La Grange |
| Dec 2025 | 31.60 | $100,000 | $3,165 | 258 Highway N | Kinston |
| Dec 2025 | 1.81 | $4,500 | $2,486 | Lot A Tyree Road | Kinston |
| Nov 2025 | 25.95 | $583,000 | $22,466 | Firetower Rd | La Grange |
| Nov 2025 | 3.00 | $89,000 | $29,667 | Lot 2 Branchwood Drive | Kinston |
| Oct 2025 | 3.00 | $90,000 | $30,000 | Lot 3 Branchwood Drive | Kinston |
| Oct 2025 | 1.90 | $52,000 | $27,368 | 2671 Brookwood Road | Kinston |
| Oct 2025 | 34.98 | $105,000 | $3,002 | 0 Institute Road | Kinston |
| Oct 2025 | 49.93 | $200,000 | $4,006 | Poole Rd | Kinston |
| Sep 2025 | 16.54 | $475,000 | $28,718 | 1350 Cunningham Rd | Kinston |
| Sep 2025 | 3.35 | $25,000 | $7,463 | Elm Grove Rd | Kinston |
| Sep 2025 | 54.48 | $39,500 | $725 | S Croom Bland Rd | Kinston |
| Sep 2025 | 24.39 | $40,000 | $1,640 | Eric Sparrow Rd | Deep Run |
| Aug 2025 | 4.00 | $10,000 | $2,500 | W New Bern Rd | Kinston |
| Aug 2025 | 3.00 | $65,000 | $21,667 | 2888 Pauls Path Road | Kinston |
| Jul 2025 | 3.98 | $16,000 | $4,020 | Highway 11/55 | Kinston |
| Jul 2025 | 10.16 | $15,000 | $1,476 | Easy St | La Grange |
| Jul 2025 | 2.00 | $55,000 | $27,500 | 000 Ash Davis Road | Pink Hill |
| Jul 2025 | 6.19 | $140,000 | $22,617 | 6733 Skeeter Pond Road | Grifton |
| Jul 2025 | 6.19 | $140,000 | $22,617 | 6733 Skeeter Pond Rd | Grifton |
| Jul 2025 | 17.89 | $25,000 | $1,397 | Bear Creek Rd | La Grange |
| Jul 2025 | 1.90 | $32,500 | $17,105 | 0 Lightwood Knot Road | Kinston |
| Jul 2025 | 27.39 | $1,500 | $55 | Whaley Rd | Kinston |
| Jul 2025 | 3.00 | $30,000 | $10,000 | 2155 Springwood Ln | Kinston |
| Jun 2025 | 7.85 | $75,000 | $9,554 | 5582 Highway 11 S | Pink Hill |
| Jun 2025 | 28.00 | $150,000 | $5,357 | Albrittons Rd | Kinston |
| Apr 2025 | 30.44 | $47,000 | $1,544 | Seth West Rd | Kinston |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Sep 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $14,000 |
| Recent Sales | 7 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 87 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.47 acres |
| Active Listings | 23 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026New | 0.46 | $7,500 | 46 Highway 258 S #46 | Deep Run |
| Mar 2026New | 0.57 | $9,000 | 5199 Highway 258 S Lot 44 | Deep Run |
| Dec 2025 | 0.26 | $196,000 | 1504 Perry Park Drive | Kinston |
| Dec 2025 | 0.85 | $15,500 | Lot B Tyree Road | Kinston |
| Nov 2025 | 0.40 | $5,000 | 2500 Brookhaven Drive | Kinston |
| Nov 2025 | 0.51 | $35,000 | 2129 Briarwood Drive | Kinston |
| Sep 2025 | 0.22 | $14,000 | 2223 Ivy Road | Kinston |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 54,917 |
| Population (2020) | 55,122 |
| Population Growth | -0.37% |
| Median Household Income | $44,795 |
| Median Home Value | $111,400 |
| Total Housing Units | 26,767 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,837 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 14.3% |
| Median Age | 42.2 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 3,919 (7.1%) |
| Unemployment Rate (BLS) | 3.5% |
Market Overview
Lenoir County, North Carolina has a population of 54,917, which has declined 0.37% since 2020. The median household income is $44,795, below the national median of $74,580 by 39.9%. With a median home value of $111,400 and an unemployment rate of 3.5%, the local economy is struggling. The housing vacancy rate of 14.3% 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 $6,207 per acre, with properties averaging 20.10 acres. There are currently 46 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Lenoir County, North Carolina?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Lenoir County has a population of 54,917. The county has declined 0.37% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in Lenoir County?
The median household income in Lenoir County is $44,795, which is 39.9% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Lenoir County growing or shrinking?
Lenoir County is shrinking. The population has declined 0.37% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Lenoir County?
The median home value in Lenoir County is $111,400. The housing vacancy rate is 14.3%, which suggests soft market conditions. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, indicating a struggling local economy. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $6,207 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $10,500.
Does Reelvest buy land in Lenoir County, North Carolina?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout North Carolina, including Lenoir 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.