Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 27,938 ↓ 0.4% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $61,366 18% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $172,300 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% |
| Median Age | 42.6 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 11.1% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 60 transactions |
| Active Listings | 41 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 581 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $13,519 |
| Recent Sales | 54 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 197 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 37.23 acres |
| Active Listings | 38 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | 110.09 | $650,000 | $5,904 | 0 Little Rd | New Straitsville |
| Feb 2026 | 21.25 | $260,000 | $12,235 | 0 Tucker Rd Tract B | New Straitsville |
| Feb 2026 | 549.00 | $250,000 | $455 | 5580 Schmeltzer Rd | Bremen |
| Feb 2026 | 135.00 | $775,000 | $5,741 | 0 Cox Rd | Logan |
| Feb 2026 | 29.78 | $250,000 | $8,394 | Schmeltzer Rd | Bremen |
| Jan 2026 | 66.95 | $340,000 | $5,078 | 15347 State Route 278 NE | Nelsonville |
| Dec 2025 | 5.00 | $145,000 | $29,000 | 0 Cook Rd | Logan |
| Dec 2025 | 5.00 | $95,000 | $19,000 | 10121 Swamp Rd | Logan |
| Dec 2025 | 5.00 | $67,500 | $13,500 | 0 Scout Rd | Logan |
| Dec 2025 | 3.52 | $95,000 | $26,989 | 0 Swamp Rd | Logan |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 41.51 | $200,000 | $4,818 | 0 Thomas Rd | South Bloomingville |
| Nov 2025 | 5.06 | $50,000 | $9,881 | 24218 Chestnut Grove Rd | South Bloomingville |
| Nov 2025 | 13.73 | $160,000 | $11,653 | 0 Maysville Williams Rd | Logan |
| Nov 2025 | 5.00 | $1,225,000 | $245,000 | 0 Unger Rd Lot A | Logan |
| Nov 2025 | 2.00 | $95,000 | $47,500 | 15365 State Route 678 | Rockbridge |
| Nov 2025 | 55.00 | $595,000 | $10,818 | 29841 Ilesboro Rd | Logan |
| Oct 2025 | 10.17 | $165,000 | $16,224 | 0 Clay Lick Rd | Logan |
| Oct 2025 | 1.84 | $77,000 | $41,848 | 28430 Hide A Way Hills Rd | Sugar Grove |
| Oct 2025 | 1.84 | $78,000 | $42,391 | 0 Rocky Fork Rd | Logan |
| Oct 2025 | 2.72 | $115,000 | $42,279 | 18428 Laurel St | Laurelville |
| Sep 2025 | 2.94 | $42,500 | $14,456 | 546 Edgehill Cir | Logan |
| Sep 2025 | 1.84 | $45,000 | $24,457 | 1209 Tolliver Rd | Logan |
| Aug 2025 | 5.37 | $116,000 | $21,601 | 0 Cliff Rd | Rockbridge |
| Aug 2025 | 32.44 | $300,000 | $9,248 | 14820 State Route 678 | Rockbridge |
| Aug 2025 | 31.39 | $265,000 | $8,442 | 21421 Griffith Rd | Logan |
| Aug 2025 | 65.00 | $435,000 | $6,692 | 10030 Tucker Rd | New Straitsville |
| Aug 2025 | 8.33 | $109,000 | $13,085 | 0 Fast Rd | Laurelville |
| Aug 2025 | 11.63 | $300,000 | $25,795 | 0 State Route 678 Tract #2 | Rockbridge |
| Aug 2025 | 20.64 | $240,000 | $11,628 | 0 Middlefork Rd | Laurelville |
| Aug 2025 | 1.99 | $140,000 | $70,352 | 10263 Frasure Helber Rd | Logan |
| Aug 2025 | 140.00 | $1,985,000 | $14,179 | 0 State Route 93 N | Logan |
| Jul 2025 | 113.95 | $1,050,000 | $9,214 | 0 State Highway 374 | Rockbridge |
| Jul 2025 | 7.41 | $385,000 | $51,957 | 15190 State Route 678 | Rockbridge |
| Jul 2025 | 193.81 | $870,000 | $4,489 | 20871 State Route 56 | South Bloomingville |
| Jul 2025 | 5.56 | $180,000 | $32,374 | 15971 Rocky Fork Rd | Logan |
| Jul 2025 | 5.59 | $150,000 | $26,848 | Blackjack Rd | Logan |
| Jul 2025 | 5.59 | $150,000 | $26,834 | 0 Blackjack | Logan |
| Jul 2025 | 15.82 | $450,000 | $28,445 | 29735 Hide A Way Hills Rd | Logan |
| Jul 2025 | 54.00 | $730,000 | $13,519 | 10643 Opossum Hollow Rd | Rockbridge |
| Jul 2025 | 2.17 | $23,500 | $10,829 | Long St | Murray City |
| Jul 2025 | 2.17 | $23,500 | $10,829 | 0 Long St | Murray City |
| Jun 2025 | 3.70 | $58,000 | $15,676 | 13570 Middlefork Rd | Rockbridge |
| Jun 2025 | 56.51 | $470,000 | $8,317 | 21540 State Route 93 S | Logan |
| Jun 2025 | 6.84 | $50,000 | $7,310 | 15860 Stump Run Rd | Laurelville |
| May 2025 | 48.11 | $320,000 | $6,652 | 18221 Wagner Rd | Laurelville |
| May 2025 | 1.10 | $34,000 | $30,909 | 1738 Mohican Ln | Sugar Grove |
| Apr 2025 | 1.65 | $78,000 | $47,273 | 535 Navajo Ln | Sugar Grove |
| Apr 2025 | 19.84 | $203,500 | $10,257 | 24453 Woltz Rd | Rockbridge |
| Apr 2025 | 55.00 | $550,000 | $10,000 | 0 Cotterman Rd | Logan |
| Apr 2025 | 5.57 | $70,000 | $12,567 | 12161 Goldenrod Ln | Amanda |
| Apr 2025 | 5.45 | $150,000 | $27,523 | 0 Woodland Ridge Rd | Rockbridge |
| Mar 2025 | 4.75 | $60,000 | $12,632 | 0 Walnut Dr | Logan |
| Mar 2025 | 2.16 | $73,000 | $33,796 | 1013 Taos Ln | Logan |
| Mar 2025 | 2.77 | $104,900 | $37,870 | 0 Thad Hall Rd | Laurelville |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Oct 2025 – Jan 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $80,000 |
| Recent Sales | 6 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 88 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.40 acres |
| Active Listings | 3 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 0.22 | $27,000 | 875 Walhonding Ave | Logan |
| Jan 2026 | 0.25 | $80,000 | 288 Walnut Dr | Logan |
| Dec 2025 | 0.92 | $14,000 | 599-600 Navajo Ln | Sugar Grove |
| Dec 2025 | 0.11 | $32,000 | 82 Pineywood Trl | Logan |
| Nov 2025 | 0.44 | $176,000 | 835 & 847 McKinley St | Logan |
| Oct 2025 | 0.48 | $250,000 | 1216 Taos Ln | Sugar Grove |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 27,938 |
| Population (2020) | 28,050 |
| Population Growth | -0.4% |
| Median Household Income | $61,366 |
| Median Home Value | $172,300 |
| Total Housing Units | 13,014 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,449 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 11.1% |
| Median Age | 42.6 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 1,933 (6.9%) |
| Unemployment Rate (BLS) | 4.8% |
Market Overview
Hocking County, Ohio has a population of 27,938, which has declined 0.4% since 2020. The median household income is $61,366, below the national median of $74,580 by 17.7%. With a median home value of $172,300 and an unemployment rate of 4.8%, the local economy is moderate. The housing vacancy rate of 11.1% suggests balanced market conditions. The county's location in Ohio makes it accessible for investors and developers seeking rural land. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $12,632 per acre, with properties averaging 70.30 acres. There are currently 41 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Hocking County, Ohio?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Hocking County has a population of 27,938. The county has declined 0.4% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in Hocking County?
The median household income in Hocking County is $61,366, which is 17.7% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Hocking County growing or shrinking?
Hocking County is shrinking. The population has declined 0.4% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Hocking County?
The median home value in Hocking County is $172,300. The housing vacancy rate is 11.1%, which suggests balanced market conditions. The unemployment rate is 4.8%, indicating a moderate local economy. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $12,632 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $25,000.
Does Reelvest buy land in Hocking County, Ohio?
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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.