Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 12,315 ↑ 0.3% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $61,624 17% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $209,800 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.5% |
| Median Age | 54.1 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 27.8% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 143 transactions |
| Active Listings | 174 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 195 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $14,778 |
| Recent Sales | 115 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 191 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 51.49 acres |
| Active Listings | 88 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 1.02 | $9,000 | $8,824 | 179 Corrolla Loop Road | Oriental |
| Feb 2026 | 10.20 | $45,000 | $4,412 | 60 Arant Farm Rd Lot 60 | Merritt |
| Feb 2026 | 1.53 | $155,000 | $101,307 | 149 Queen Annes Ct Lot 14 | Oriental |
| Feb 2026 | 2.94 | $55,000 | $18,707 | 0 Shore Dr E #23-4 | Oriental |
| Feb 2026 | 2.40 | $10,000 | $4,167 | 88 Cape Hatteras Point | Oriental |
| Feb 2026 | 2.81 | $30,000 | $10,676 | Bell Point Rd | Merritt |
| Feb 2026 | 2.81 | $30,000 | $10,676 | 0 Bell Point Road | Merritt |
| Feb 2026 | 8.23 | $55,000 | $6,683 | Creek Place Rd | Arapahoe |
| Feb 2026 | 19.98 | $117,500 | $5,881 | 5416 Florence Rd | Merritt |
| Feb 2026 | 1.16 | $175,000 | $150,862 | 376 Southern Plantation Dr S Lot 266 | Oriental |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 2.25 | $31,500 | $14,000 | 0 Quail Road | Merritt |
| Feb 2026 | 3705.00 | $70,000 | $19 | Straight Rd | Merritt |
| Feb 2026 | 5.00 | $320,000 | $64,000 | 49 River Watch Rd #16 | Oriental |
| Jan 2026 | 4.57 | $20,000 | $4,376 | Meekins Rd | Bayboro |
| Jan 2026 | 4.57 | $20,000 | $4,376 | Tract A Meekins Road | Bayboro |
| Jan 2026 | 12.43 | $77,000 | $6,195 | Silverbrook Rd | Oriental |
| Jan 2026 | 1.11 | $88,500 | $79,730 | 251 S Brightleaf Drive | Minnesott Beach |
| Jan 2026 | 210.00 | $690,000 | $3,286 | Off Oriental Road | Oriental |
| Jan 2026 | 1.03 | $133,000 | $129,126 | 22 Shore Drive E | Oriental |
| Dec 2025 | 344.67 | $2,412,690 | $7,000 | 1501 Burton Farm Drive | Minnesott Beach |
| Dec 2025 | 57.24 | $134,500 | $2,350 | Harper Rd | Bayboro |
| Dec 2025 | 1.08 | $30,000 | $27,778 | 5908 Sea View Drive | Oriental |
| Dec 2025 | 1.07 | $180,000 | $168,224 | 343 Wind Lake Road S | Oriental |
| Dec 2025 | 2.30 | $95,000 | $41,304 | 3937 Whortonsville Road | Oriental |
| Dec 2025 | 3.31 | $50,000 | $15,106 | Florence Rd | Merritt |
| Dec 2025 | 3.31 | $50,000 | $15,106 | 1 Florence Road | Merritt |
| Dec 2025 | 3.80 | $365,000 | $96,053 | 206 River Watch Road | Oriental |
| Dec 2025 | 4.40 | $47,500 | $10,795 | 0 Tempe Gut Road | Bayboro |
| Dec 2025 | 1.90 | $23,500 | $12,368 | 289 Starboard Drive | Oriental |
| Nov 2025 | 1.10 | $54,000 | $49,091 | 94 Chickory Lane | Minnesott Beach |
| Nov 2025 | 1.01 | $10,000 | $9,901 | 850 Southern Plantation Drive N | Oriental |
| Nov 2025 | 1.50 | $30,000 | $20,000 | 0 Pine Tree Lane | Mesic |
| Nov 2025 | 10.20 | $40,000 | $3,922 | 3733 Florence Road | Merritt |
| Nov 2025 | 1.60 | $99,900 | $62,438 | 1024 Vandemere Creek Drive | Vandemere |
| Nov 2025 | 8.67 | $30,000 | $3,460 | 355 Trent Creek Drive | Merritt |
| Nov 2025 | 1.25 | $2,500 | $2,000 | 160 Ocracoke Dr | Oriental |
| Nov 2025 | 4.31 | $85,000 | $19,722 | 1791 Kershaw Road | Oriental |
| Oct 2025 | 10.00 | $141,000 | $14,100 | Orchard Creek Rd | Oriental |
| Oct 2025 | 2.40 | $32,000 | $13,333 | 262 Kershaw Creek Drive | Oriental |
| Oct 2025 | 1.36 | $2,500 | $1,838 | 101 Ocracoke Drive | Oriental |
| Oct 2025 | 3.91 | $21,000 | $5,371 | 34 Spicers Creek Drive | Oriental |
| Oct 2025 | 214.00 | $850,000 | $3,972 | Off Teachs Cove Road | Oriental |
| Sep 2025 | 4.46 | $335,000 | $75,112 | 672 Preservation Road | Oriental |
| Sep 2025 | 1.29 | $30,000 | $23,256 | 00 River Road | Arapahoe |
| Sep 2025 | 11.39 | $98,000 | $8,604 | 750 Hwy 306n | Grantsboro |
| Sep 2025 | 1.95 | $72,500 | $37,179 | 309 Jo Jane Road | Oriental |
| Sep 2025 | 1.14 | $29,000 | $25,439 | 26 Baird Point Rd | Grantsboro |
| Sep 2025 | 8.06 | $51,000 | $6,328 | 20591 Nc 55 | Oriental |
| Sep 2025 | 2.49 | $8,500 | $3,414 | 97 Arnetta Way S | Oriental |
| Sep 2025 | 1.90 | $29,000 | $15,263 | 0 Dogwood Landing Road | Merritt |
| Sep 2025 | 1.45 | $35,000 | $24,055 | 162 Swan Corner Rd | Bayboro |
| Sep 2025 | 1.18 | $60,000 | $50,847 | 75 Whitetail Lane | Minnesott Beach |
| Sep 2025 | 1.50 | $34,000 | $22,667 | 202/00 Vandemere Road | Bayboro |
| Sep 2025 | 2.36 | $55,000 | $23,305 | 6650 Neuse Road | Grantsboro |
| Sep 2025 | 1.40 | $180,000 | $128,571 | 247 Shell Castle Lane | Vandemere |
| Aug 2025 | 1.25 | $89,000 | $71,200 | 305 + 289 S Brightleaf Drive | Minnesott Beach |
| Aug 2025 | 1.17 | $300,000 | $256,410 | 434 Southern Plantation Drive S | Oriental |
| Aug 2025 | 1.20 | $5,500 | $4,583 | Silverthorne Rd | Merritt |
| Aug 2025 | 6.97 | $100,000 | $14,347 | 732 Log Cabin Rd | Arapahoe |
| Aug 2025 | 2.91 | $60,000 | $20,619 | 140 Wildwood Drive | Oriental |
| Aug 2025 | 15.50 | $100,000 | $6,452 | Florence Rd | New Bern |
| Aug 2025 | 1.05 | $30,000 | $28,571 | 0 Sailhaven Drive | Oriental |
| Aug 2025 | 11.00 | $48,000 | $4,364 | 458 Swan Point Rd | Bayboro |
| Jul 2025 | 1.05 | $170,000 | $161,905 | 356 Madison Avenue | Oriental |
| Jul 2025 | 1.53 | $84,000 | $54,902 | 1010 Vandemere Creek Drive | Vandemere |
| Jul 2025 | 1.23 | $35,000 | $28,386 | 226 Dawson Creek Rd | Arapahoe |
| Jul 2025 | 2.02 | $165,000 | $81,683 | 398 Madison Avenue | Oriental |
| Jul 2025 | 1.03 | $165,000 | $160,194 | 101 Wind Lake Road | Oriental |
| Jul 2025 | 14.10 | $269,000 | $19,078 | 1150 Pasture Point Road | Merritt |
| Jul 2025 | 2.26 | $60,000 | $26,549 | 137 N Berne Landing Road | New Bern |
| Jul 2025 | 9.68 | $59,000 | $6,095 | 193 & 349 Headwaters Drive | Oriental |
| Jul 2025 | 2.50 | $50,000 | $20,000 | 256 Timber Point Drive | Merritt |
| Jul 2025 | 12.69 | $106,675 | $8,406 | 00 Janiero Road | Arapahoe |
| Jul 2025 | 1.27 | $240,000 | $188,976 | 180 Richfield Drive | Oriental |
| Jul 2025 | 2.11 | $50,000 | $23,697 | 809 Howells Road | Grantsboro |
| Jul 2025 | 2.37 | $50,000 | $21,097 | 821 Howells Road | Grantsboro |
| Jul 2025 | 13.70 | $55,000 | $4,015 | 0 Nc 55 Hwy | Merritt |
| Jul 2025 | 72.71 | $375,000 | $5,157 | Tbd Florence Road | Merritt |
| Jul 2025 | 3.63 | $69,900 | $19,256 | 324 Stillwater Lane | Oriental |
| Jun 2025 | 1.00 | $45,000 | $45,000 | 6702 Hummingbird Point | Oriental |
| Jun 2025 | 3.53 | $30,000 | $8,499 | 175 N Berne Landing Rd | New Bern |
| Jun 2025 | 43.60 | $255,000 | $5,849 | 417 John Pollock Rd | Grantsboro |
| Jun 2025 | 43.63 | $255,000 | $5,845 | D08-64-2 John Pollock Road | Grantsboro |
| Jun 2025 | 9.84 | $167,000 | $16,972 | 665 & 637 Bell Point Road | Merritt |
| Jun 2025 | 1.92 | $12,000 | $6,250 | 0 Upper Spring Creek | Hobucken |
| Jun 2025 | 250.00 | $387,500 | $1,550 | Olympia Rd | New Bern |
| Jun 2025 | 250.00 | $387,500 | $1,550 | 00 Olympia Road | New Bern |
| Jun 2025 | 40.07 | $350,000 | $8,735 | 4379 Nc-55 | New Bern |
| Jun 2025 | 1.67 | $58,000 | $34,731 | 77 Beards Creek Drive | Arapahoe |
| Jun 2025 | 2.03 | $30,000 | $14,778 | 123 Davis Field Court | Oriental |
| Jun 2025 | 2.24 | $54,000 | $24,107 | 155 N Berne Landing Road | New Bern |
| Jun 2025 | 1.08 | $34,000 | $31,482 | 338 Baird Point Rd | Grantsboro |
| Jun 2025 | 64.44 | $314,500 | $4,881 | Whortonsville Rd | Merritt |
| May 2025 | 14.03 | $95,000 | $6,771 | Robbins Rd | Bayboro |
| May 2025 | 3.07 | $90,000 | $29,316 | 312 Mason Bay Rd | Merritt |
| May 2025 | 20.60 | $50,000 | $2,427 | Tbd Nc-55 | Grantsboro |
| May 2025 | 19.93 | $50,000 | $2,509 | State Highway 55 | Alliance |
| May 2025 | 2.89 | $35,000 | $12,111 | 73 Oswell Brinson Road | Merritt |
| May 2025 | 57.52 | $480,000 | $8,345 | 00 Jo Jane Road | Arapahoe |
| May 2025 | 48.00 | $192,000 | $4,000 | Howells Rd | Grantsboro |
| May 2025 | 1.29 | $110,000 | $85,272 | Neuse Rd | Grantsboro |
| May 2025 | 1.94 | $165,000 | $85,052 | 396 Madison Avenue | Oriental |
| May 2025 | 33.27 | $65,000 | $1,954 | Lowland Rd | Lowland |
| May 2025 | 33.27 | $65,000 | $1,954 | 6133 Lowland Road | Lowland |
| Apr 2025 | 2.00 | $95,000 | $47,500 | 0 Remington Street | Merritt |
| Apr 2025 | 33.29 | $90,000 | $2,704 | 12043 Nc Highway 304 | Bayboro |
| Apr 2025 | 2.20 | $25,000 | $11,364 | 1372 Alligator Loop Road | Merritt |
| Apr 2025 | 1.90 | $52,500 | $27,632 | 735 Log Cabin Road | Arapahoe |
| Apr 2025 | 1.45 | $173,000 | $119,310 | 370 Madison Avenue | Oriental |
| Apr 2025 | 3.60 | $57,000 | $15,833 | 208 Shore Drive E | Oriental |
| Apr 2025 | 1.78 | $92,000 | $51,685 | 417 Mill Creek Road | Minnesott Beach |
| Mar 2025 | 9.20 | $91,000 | $9,891 | 1212 Nc 306 Highway N | Grantsboro |
| Mar 2025 | 1.11 | $30,000 | $27,027 | 149 Chestnut Lane | Grantsboro |
| Mar 2025 | 1.39 | $40,000 | $28,777 | 179 Port Side Drive | Arapahoe |
| Mar 2025 | 3.60 | $25,000 | $6,944 | 190 Smith Creek Road | Oriental |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Oct 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $45,000 |
| Recent Sales | 28 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 94 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.58 acres |
| Active Listings | 86 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 0.98 | $10,000 | State Highway 55 Hwy | Stonewall |
| Feb 2026 | 0.62 | $55,000 | 585 Creek Place Road | Arapahoe |
| Feb 2026 | 0.75 | $65,000 | 570 W Burton Farm Drive | Minnesott Beach |
| Feb 2026 | 0.93 | $27,000 | 64 W Burton Farm Drive | Minnesott Beach |
| Feb 2026 | 0.83 | $25,000 | 129 Winding Creek Drive | Oriental |
| Feb 2026 | 0.48 | $32,000 | 249 Roland Road | Arapahoe |
| Jan 2026 | 0.59 | $8,000 | 2 Bald Head Island Ct N | Oriental |
| Dec 2025 | 0.22 | $225,000 | 790 E Harborside Road | Oriental |
| Dec 2025 | 0.22 | $210,000 | 776 E Harborside Drive | Oriental |
| Dec 2025 | 0.22 | $210,000 | 776 E Harborside Rd #50 | Oriental |
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 0.52 | $49,900 | 69 Wild Cherry Lane | Minnesott Beach |
| Dec 2025 | 0.76 | $28,000 | 5906 Sea View Drive | Oriental |
| Dec 2025 | 0.38 | $17,000 | Lot 15 Phillips Drive | Minnesott Beach |
| Dec 2025 | 0.38 | $17,000 | Lot 14 Phillips Drive | Minnesott Beach |
| Dec 2025 | 0.46 | $17,500 | 5204 Deerfield Dr | Oriental |
| Nov 2025 | 0.76 | $57,900 | 76 Chickory Lane | Minnesott Beach |
| Nov 2025 | 0.65 | $49,900 | 78 Wild Turkey Lane | Minnesott Beach |
| Nov 2025 | 0.58 | $17,500 | 5898 Sound View Dr | Oriental |
| Nov 2025 | 0.45 | $40,000 | 70 Muscadine Court | Minnesott Beach |
| Nov 2025 | 0.57 | $22,000 | 208 Morris Creek Lane | Oriental |
| Nov 2025 | 0.57 | $59,900 | 22 Royal Shoal Lane | Vandemere |
| Nov 2025 | 0.55 | $22,000 | 67 Meadow Lane | Arapahoe |
| Nov 2025 | 0.79 | $9,500 | 1836 State Highway 304 | Bayboro |
| Oct 2025 | 0.66 | $76,000 | 6009 Harbour Way | Oriental |
| Oct 2025 | 0.74 | $50,000 | 153 E Morning Glory Drive | Minnesott Beach |
| Oct 2025 | 0.67 | $125,000 | 75 Hudnell Lane | Oriental |
| Oct 2025 | 0.47 | $100,000 | 45 Hudnell Lane | Oriental |
| Oct 2025 | 0.54 | $45,000 | 5618 Styron Drive | Oriental |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 12,315 |
| Population (2020) | 12,276 |
| Population Growth | 0.32% |
| Median Household Income | $61,624 |
| Median Home Value | $209,800 |
| Total Housing Units | 7,239 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,011 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 27.8% |
| Median Age | 54.1 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 1,365 (11.1%) |
| Unemployment Rate (BLS) | 3.5% |
Market Overview
Pamlico County, North Carolina has a population of 12,315, which has grown 0.32% since 2020. The median household income is $61,624, below the national median of $74,580 by 17.4%. With a median home value of $209,800 and an unemployment rate of 3.5%, the local economy is moderate. The housing vacancy rate of 27.8% suggests soft market conditions. As part of North Carolina, Pamlico County benefits from the state's growing interest in vacant land investment. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $14,778 per acre, with properties averaging 51.50 acres. There are currently 174 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Pamlico County, North Carolina?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Pamlico County has a population of 12,315. The county has grown 0.32% since the 2020 Census, indicating a growing community.
What is the median household income in Pamlico County?
The median household income in Pamlico County is $61,624, which is 17.4% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Pamlico County growing or shrinking?
Pamlico County is growing. The population has increased 0.32% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Pamlico County?
The median home value in Pamlico County is $209,800. The housing vacancy rate is 27.8%, which suggests soft market conditions. The unemployment rate is 3.5%, indicating a moderate local economy. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $14,778 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $42,500.
Does Reelvest buy land in Pamlico County, North Carolina?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout North Carolina, including Pamlico 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.