Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 42,361 ↓ 0.5% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $46,943 37% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $146,300 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.8% |
| Median Age | 39.9 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 17.2% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 49 transactions |
| Active Listings | 54 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 486 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $12,236 |
| Recent Sales | 47 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 223 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 13.09 acres |
| Active Listings | 41 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026New | 6.69 | $76,500 | $11,435 | 0 Tom Hicks Ln | Henderson |
| Mar 2026New | 12.05 | $75,500 | $6,266 | 0 Tungsten Mine Rd | Bullock |
| Mar 2026New | 12.05 | $75,500 | $6,266 | 0 Tungsten Mine Rd #1 | Bullock |
| Feb 2026 | 11.38 | $184,000 | $16,169 | 1331 Plum Nutty Rd | Henderson |
| Feb 2026 | 2.00 | $27,000 | $13,500 | 1 Keeton Rd #1 | Bullock |
| Feb 2026 | 8.20 | $89,000 | $10,854 | 8 Keeton Rd #8 | Bullock |
| Feb 2026 | 10.01 | $95,000 | $9,491 | 4 Keeton Rd Lot 4 | Bullock |
| Dec 2025 | 1.00 | $29,000 | $29,000 | Church St | Oxford |
| Dec 2025 | 10.01 | $103,500 | $10,340 | LOT A Vicksboro Rd Lot A | Henderson |
| Nov 2025 | 25.00 | $230,000 | $9,200 | 1140 Spring Valley Lake Rd | Henderson |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | 8.15 | $147,000 | $18,037 | 0 Friar Ln Lot 1 | Kittrell |
| Nov 2025 | 2.21 | $31,000 | $14,027 | 19 Vintage Ln Lot 19 | Henderson |
| Oct 2025 | 1.03 | $22,000 | $21,359 | 74 N Hacienda Ln Lot 76 | Henderson |
| Oct 2025 | 3.20 | $25,000 | $7,812 | 0 E Big Run Creek Ln Lot 35 | Henderson |
| Oct 2025 | 1.30 | $150,000 | $115,385 | 590 Forest Home Ln | Henderson |
| Sep 2025 | 1.00 | $18,000 | $18,000 | 291 Pinewood Dr Lot 291 | Henderson |
| Sep 2025 | 1.06 | $15,000 | $14,151 | 0 King St | Henderson |
| Aug 2025 | 1.00 | $25,000 | $25,000 | 21 Lewis Ln #21B | Henderson |
| Aug 2025 | 6.50 | $58,500 | $9,000 | 145 Daniel Boone Trl #49-57 | Henderson |
| Jul 2025 | 16.66 | $110,000 | $6,603 | 0 Barker Rd #2-3 | Henderson |
| Jul 2025 | 2.07 | $23,000 | $11,111 | 2.07 Old Epsom Rd #0 | Henderson |
| Jun 2025 | 28.60 | $240,000 | $8,392 | 0 Rock Spring Church Rd | Henderson |
| Jun 2025 | 30.31 | $401,000 | $13,230 | 1800 Gillburg Rd | Henderson |
| Jun 2025 | 18.50 | $87,000 | $4,703 | 632 Tungsten Mine Rd | Bullock |
| Jun 2025 | 3.50 | $35,000 | $10,000 | 0 Woodsworth Rd | Henderson |
| Jun 2025 | 223.00 | $920,000 | $4,126 | 0 S Lynnbank Rd | Henderson |
| Jun 2025 | 1.05 | $79,900 | $76,095 | 2 E Bent Tree Ln #2E | Manson |
| Jun 2025 | 1.32 | $180,000 | $136,260 | 430 Stonewood Loop Ln | Henderson |
| Jun 2025 | 1.32 | $180,000 | $136,364 | 430 Stonewood Loop Ln #Az-829 | Henderson |
| May 2025 | 1.00 | $18,000 | $18,000 | 10 Sarah Ln | Henderson |
| May 2025 | 1.51 | $657,000 | $435,099 | 110 Somerset Ln | Henderson |
| May 2025 | 5.00 | $80,000 | $16,000 | 547 Townsville Landing Rd #1 | Henderson |
| Apr 2025 | 18.70 | $195,000 | $10,428 | 801 Plum Nutty Rd | Henderson |
| Apr 2025 | 1.30 | $85,000 | $65,385 | LOT 2F Bent Tree Ln Lot 2F | Manson |
| Apr 2025 | 10.42 | $127,500 | $12,236 | 0 Rev Henderson Rd #3 | Henderson |
| Apr 2025 | 10.01 | $102,000 | $10,190 | LOT F Vicksboro Rd Lot F | Henderson |
| Apr 2025 | 3.19 | $174,600 | $54,734 | LOT 1 Waterside Ln Lot 1 | Henderson |
| Apr 2025 | 24.51 | $140,000 | $5,712 | 0 State Highway 39 N | Henderson |
| Apr 2025 | 12.37 | $115,000 | $9,297 | 0 Fish Stallings Ln #12 | Henderson |
| Apr 2025 | 10.28 | $120,000 | $11,673 | 809 Plum Nutty Rd | Henderson |
| Apr 2025 | 1.00 | $19,200 | $19,200 | 0 Fawn Dr #74A | Henderson |
| Apr 2025 | 51.00 | $600,000 | $11,765 | 0 Gillburg Rd | Henderson |
| Apr 2025 | 3.71 | $295,000 | $79,515 | 1689 Peninsula Ln | Bullock |
| Apr 2025 | 3.71 | $295,000 | $79,515 | 1689 Peninsula Ln #16 | Bullock |
| Mar 2025 | 3.27 | $25,000 | $7,645 | 0 Red Clay Ln #121-122 | Henderson |
| Mar 2025 | 3.27 | $25,000 | $7,645 | 0 Red Clay Ln | Henderson |
| Mar 2025 | 1.03 | $30,000 | $29,126 | 0 McArthur St #7-12 | Henderson |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Sep 2025 – Dec 2025)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $25,000 |
| Recent Sales | 2 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 136 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.63 acres |
| Active Listings | 13 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 0.86 | $25,000 | 8273 State Highway 39 S | Henderson |
| Sep 2025 | 0.40 | $12,000 | 0 Old Norlina Rd | Henderson |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 42,361 |
| Population (2020) | 42,578 |
| Population Growth | -0.51% |
| Median Household Income | $46,943 |
| Median Home Value | $146,300 |
| Total Housing Units | 19,423 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,342 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 17.2% |
| Median Age | 39.9 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 3,682 (8.7%) |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.8% |
Market Overview
Vance County, North Carolina has a population of 42,361, which has declined 0.51% since 2020. The median household income is $46,943, below the national median of $74,580 by 37.1%. The housing vacancy rate of 17.2% suggests soft market conditions. Vance County is part of North Carolina's land market, attracting both local and out-of-state buyers. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $12,250 per acre, with properties averaging 17.00 acres. There are currently 54 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Vance County, North Carolina?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Vance County has a population of 42,361. The county has declined 0.51% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in Vance County?
The median household income in Vance County is $46,943, which is 37.1% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Vance County growing or shrinking?
Vance County is shrinking. The population has declined 0.51% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Vance County?
The median home value in Vance County is $146,300. The housing vacancy rate is 17.2%, which suggests soft market conditions. The unemployment rate is 6.8%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $12,250 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $25,000.
Does Reelvest buy land in Vance County, North Carolina?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout North Carolina, including Vance 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.