Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 65,982 ↓ 0.8% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $58,411 22% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $143,000 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.7% |
| Median Age | 44.1 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 16.3% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 47 transactions |
| Active Listings | 53 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 488 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $8,785 |
| Recent Sales | 36 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 186 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 26.58 acres |
| Active Listings | 36 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026New | 2.49 | $80,000 | $32,129 | 72018 Uniontown Flushing Rd | Saint Clairsville |
| Mar 2026New | 4.90 | $18,000 | $3,673 | 0 Blaine Chermont Rd | Bridgeport |
| Feb 2026 | 5.11 | $107,500 | $21,037 | 69310 Hendrysburg Rd | Barnesville |
| Feb 2026 | 5.38 | $119,000 | $22,119 | 67210 Countryside Dr | Saint Clairsville |
| Feb 2026 | 12.57 | $29,000 | $2,306 | Sand Hill Rd | Bellaire |
| Jan 2026 | 51.00 | $180,000 | $3,529 | 0 Trough Run Rd | Bellaire |
| Jan 2026 | 5.11 | $85,000 | $16,644 | 44007 Lew Jan Dr | Belmont |
| Jan 2026 | 18.00 | $76,000 | $4,222 | Shepards Hill Rd | Jacobsburg |
| Dec 2025 | 99.32 | $650,000 | $6,545 | 56835 Stephens Rd | Jacobsburg |
| Nov 2025 | 119.96 | $530,000 | $4,418 | 59900 Ramsey Ridge Rd | Jacobsburg |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | 2.00 | $42,000 | $21,000 | 73924 Pleasant Grove Rd | Adena |
| Oct 2025 | 33.92 | $175,000 | $5,159 | 69657 Chermont Rd | Bridgeport |
| Oct 2025 | 113.49 | $350,000 | $3,084 | 54860 Winding Hill Rd | Bellaire |
| Oct 2025 | 11.09 | $120,000 | $10,824 | 41314 Helen Gregg Rd | Bethesda |
| Sep 2025 | 1.07 | $9,400 | $8,785 | 118 Sycamore St | Powhatan Point |
| Sep 2025 | 59.59 | $600,000 | $10,069 | Barkcamp | Belmont |
| Aug 2025 | 2.21 | $35,000 | $15,866 | Mercer Rd | Saint Clairsville |
| Aug 2025 | 2.21 | $35,000 | $15,837 | 0 Mercer Rd | Saint Clairsville |
| Aug 2025 | 3.01 | $25,000 | $8,306 | 0 Cattle Dr | Barnesville |
| Aug 2025 | 22.74 | $155,000 | $6,816 | 0 Rock Hill Pike | Flushing |
| Aug 2025 | 48.00 | $235,000 | $4,896 | Bailey Long Rd | Bethesda |
| Jul 2025 | 1.27 | $70,000 | $55,162 | Belmont Morristown Rd | Belmont |
| Jul 2025 | 20.77 | $200,000 | $9,632 | Maynard Rd | Saint Clairsville |
| Jul 2025 | 9.52 | $75,000 | $7,878 | 32677 Swalley Rd | Barnesville |
| Jul 2025 | 9.59 | $85,000 | $8,863 | 0 Sloans Run Rd | Saint Clairsville |
| Jul 2025 | 4.35 | $44,000 | $10,115 | 0 Belmont Centerville Rd | Belmont |
| Jun 2025 | 78.29 | $474,100 | $6,056 | 67739 Hendrysburg Freeport Rd | Barnesville |
| Jun 2025 | 1.18 | $39,900 | $33,756 | 71275 Ayers Rd | Saint Clairsville |
| Jun 2025 | 38.55 | $138,780 | $3,600 | Brushy Hill Rd | Jerusalem |
| May 2025 | 10.12 | $100,000 | $9,885 | Shepherdstown Rd | Saint Clairsville |
| May 2025 | 9.02 | $147,500 | $16,354 | County Road 10 | Bridgeport |
| Apr 2025 | 44.44 | $84,000 | $1,890 | 0 Monroe St | Shadyside |
| Apr 2025 | 9.43 | $80,000 | $8,484 | Sloans Run Rd | Saint Clairsville |
| Apr 2025 | 6.00 | $10,500 | $1,750 | 59199 Ogilbee Rd | Jacobsburg |
| Apr 2025 | 83.29 | $250,000 | $3,002 | 0 W Captina Highway Rd | Alledonia |
| Mar 2025 | 8.06 | $120,000 | $14,883 | N Johnson Rd | Bethesda |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Sep 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $16,500 |
| Recent Sales | 11 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 91 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.33 acres |
| Active Listings | 17 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 0.09 | $2,000 | 512 Ohio Ave | Martins Ferry |
| Feb 2026 | 0.05 | $15,000 | 101 Crescent St | Saint Clairsville |
| Feb 2026 | 0.48 | $15,000 | 0 Deep Run Rd | Martins Ferry |
| Jan 2026 | 0.89 | $35,000 | Crescent St | Saint Clairsville |
| Dec 2025 | 0.26 | $18,800 | 0 Newell Ave | Saint Clairsville |
| Dec 2025 | 0.20 | $27,000 | 0 Elm St | Bellaire |
| Dec 2025 | 0.78 | $65,000 | 47671 Meadow View Dr | Saint Clairsville |
| Nov 2025 | 0.15 | $250 | 8 Ross St | Bridgeport |
| Nov 2025 | 0.00 | $130 | 23 Rd St | Bellaire |
| Oct 2025 | 0.14 | $25,000 | 326 N 5th St | Upper Sandusky |
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | 0.57 | $16,500 | 52710 Summit Ave | Saint Clairsville |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 65,982 |
| Population (2020) | 66,497 |
| Population Growth | -0.77% |
| Median Household Income | $58,411 |
| Median Home Value | $143,000 |
| Total Housing Units | 31,599 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 5,149 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 16.3% |
| Median Age | 44.1 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 5,619 (8.5%) |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.7% |
Market Overview
Belmont County, Ohio has a population of 65,982, which has declined 0.77% since 2020. The median household income is $58,411, below the national median of $74,580 by 21.7%. The housing vacancy rate of 16.3% suggests soft market conditions. As part of Ohio, Belmont County benefits from the state's growing interest in vacant land investment. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $7,939 per acre, with properties averaging 25.70 acres. There are currently 53 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Belmont County, Ohio?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Belmont County has a population of 65,982. The county has declined 0.77% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in Belmont County?
The median household income in Belmont County is $58,411, which is 21.7% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Belmont County growing or shrinking?
Belmont County is shrinking. The population has declined 0.77% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Belmont County?
The median home value in Belmont County is $143,000. The housing vacancy rate is 16.3%, which suggests soft market conditions. The unemployment rate is 5.7%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $7,939 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $16,750.
Does Reelvest buy land in Belmont County, Ohio?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout Ohio, including Belmont 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.