Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 35,214 ↑ 0.8% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $71,047 5% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $200,800 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.0% |
| Median Age | 43.3 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 8.0% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 70 transactions |
| Active Listings | 72 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 411 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $24,740 |
| Recent Sales | 62 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 170 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 13.46 acres |
| Active Listings | 46 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026New | 1.56 | $25,000 | $16,026 | 2424 Stephanie Ln | Oak Harbor |
| Mar 2026New | 5.01 | $107,500 | $21,457 | 5668 State Route 288 Lot C | Galion |
| Feb 2026 | 1.81 | $85,000 | $46,961 | 0 County Road 21 Rd #1 | Ashley |
| Feb 2026 | 15.00 | $275,000 | $18,333 | 0 County Road 98 Lot B | Mount Gilead |
| Feb 2026 | 36.03 | $432,000 | $11,990 | 0 Township Road 65 | Edison |
| Feb 2026 | 4.82 | $85,000 | $17,635 | 6586 County Road 23 | Mount Gilead |
| Feb 2026 | 5.00 | $97,000 | $19,400 | 0 State Route 314 St | Mansfield |
| Feb 2026 | 2.11 | $120,000 | $56,872 | 1163 1/2 Township Road 198 | Marengo |
| Feb 2026 | 12.00 | $310,000 | $25,833 | 5668 State Route 288 #A | Galion |
| Feb 2026 | 5.10 | $175,000 | $34,314 | 5341 Township Road 191 | Marengo |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 11.00 | $215,000 | $19,545 | 0 County Road 98 Lot A | Mount Gilead |
| Jan 2026 | 9.14 | $477,000 | $52,188 | 0 State Route 61 | Cardington |
| Dec 2025 | 5.39 | $135,000 | $25,046 | 4021 County Road 61 | Mount Gilead |
| Dec 2025 | 2.00 | $85,000 | $42,500 | 0 County Road 25 | Cardington |
| Dec 2025 | 1.22 | $65,000 | $53,279 | 3774 Township Road 21 | Marengo |
| Dec 2025 | 13.94 | $225,000 | $16,141 | 6400 Co Rd 9 | Edison |
| Dec 2025 | 43.00 | $709,500 | $16,500 | 0 County Road 98 Lot C | Mount Gilead |
| Nov 2025 | 14.31 | $220,000 | $15,374 | 0 County Road 19 | Fredericktown |
| Nov 2025 | 6.00 | $166,000 | $27,667 | 2534 County Road 25 | Cardington |
| Nov 2025 | 5.51 | $106,000 | $19,238 | 0 County Road 184 | Cardington |
| Nov 2025 | 6.16 | $150,000 | $24,351 | 334 State Route 314 | Centerburg |
| Nov 2025 | 15.78 | $600,000 | $38,023 | 0 Township Road 198 | Marengo |
| Nov 2025 | 4.70 | $70,000 | $14,894 | 0 Township Road 110 | Mount Gilead |
| Nov 2025 | 1.61 | $69,900 | $43,416 | 0 State Route 314 | Centerburg |
| Nov 2025 | 5.14 | $124,900 | $24,300 | 4719 Township 115 Rd | Mount Gilead |
| Nov 2025 | 5.00 | $145,000 | $29,000 | 0 County Road 124 | Cardington |
| Oct 2025 | 2.16 | $260,000 | $120,370 | 984 Township Rd #206 | Marengo |
| Oct 2025 | 21.77 | $440,000 | $20,211 | 0 State Highway 61 | Fulton |
| Oct 2025 | 3.68 | $75,000 | $20,380 | 0 Township Road 114 Rd | Mount Gilead |
| Sep 2025 | 1.92 | $87,000 | $45,312 | 0 County Road 21 Rd #2 | Ashley |
| Sep 2025 | 2.49 | $150,000 | $60,241 | 3428 Township Road 221 | Marengo |
| Sep 2025 | 20.83 | $290,000 | $13,923 | 0 Township Road 52 | Mansfield |
| Sep 2025 | 1.23 | $220,000 | $178,862 | 7326 Highway 19 9 #2-8-10 | Mount Gilead |
| Sep 2025 | 5.00 | $150,000 | $30,000 | 0 Township Road 166 | Marengo |
| Sep 2025 | 7.41 | $80,000 | $10,796 | 5231 Bloominggrove Rd | Galion |
| Sep 2025 | 2.10 | $85,000 | $40,476 | 1490 Township Road 206 | Marengo |
| Sep 2025 | 28.00 | $657,500 | $23,482 | 0 State Route 656 St | Marengo |
| Sep 2025 | 5.03 | $85,000 | $16,899 | 0 County Road 183 Rd | Fredericktown |
| Aug 2025 | 6.54 | $135,000 | $20,642 | 0 County Road 170 | Marengo |
| Aug 2025 | 5.16 | $140,000 | $27,132 | 2 Township Road 183 | Cardington |
| Aug 2025 | 131.64 | $1,641,823 | $12,472 | 4702 Us Highway 42 | Cardington |
| Aug 2025 | 73.02 | $912,750 | $12,500 | 0 Township Road 130 | Cardington |
| Aug 2025 | 3.96 | $150,000 | $37,879 | 1 County Road 186 | Cardington |
| Aug 2025 | 75.09 | $938,687 | $12,501 | 0 Township Road 132 | Cardington |
| Jul 2025 | 3.99 | $160,000 | $40,100 | 6035 County Road 25 | Cardington |
| Jul 2025 | 5.01 | $120,000 | $23,952 | 3598 Township Road 124 | Mount Gilead |
| Jun 2025 | 2.68 | $134,500 | $50,187 | 1 County Road 19 | Marengo |
| Jun 2025 | 3.57 | $54,890 | $15,375 | 0 County Road 24 | Cardington |
| Jun 2025 | 6.73 | $300,000 | $44,577 | 0 County Road 24 Rd Lot 8 | Ashley |
| Jun 2025 | 4.00 | $111,000 | $27,750 | 0 County Road 183 Rd #C | Fredericktown |
| May 2025 | 4.81 | $119,000 | $24,740 | 0 Township Road 192 #B | Fredericktown |
| May 2025 | 2.51 | $200,000 | $79,681 | 0 County Road 24 Rd Lot 7 | Ashley |
| May 2025 | 10.08 | $292,400 | $29,008 | 4 County Road 19 | Marengo |
| May 2025 | 10.36 | $185,000 | $17,857 | 1 County Road 25 | Cardington |
| May 2025 | 83.67 | $900,000 | $10,757 | 5794 Township Road 107 | Mount Gilead |
| Apr 2025 | 3.91 | $102,733 | $26,274 | 0 Township Road 192 #A | Fredericktown |
| Apr 2025 | 3.41 | $250,000 | $73,314 | 6430 County Road 24 Rd | Ashley |
| Apr 2025 | 17.00 | $306,000 | $18,000 | 0 State Route 288 | Galion |
| Apr 2025 | 5.01 | $150,000 | $29,940 | 475 Township Road 208 | Marengo |
| Apr 2025 | 14.30 | $240,000 | $16,783 | 4934 Township Road 118 | Fredericktown |
| Apr 2025 | 12.82 | $160,000 | $12,480 | 0 County Road 46 | Mount Gilead |
| Apr 2025 | 5.10 | $165,000 | $32,353 | 0 County Road 204 | Centerburg |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Sep 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $18,500 |
| Recent Sales | 8 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 104 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.38 acres |
| Active Listings | 26 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 0.35 | $5,000 | 127-U9 Brewer Ct | Mount Gilead |
| Feb 2026 | 0.37 | $18,500 | Grand Valley Dr | Ocala |
| Dec 2025 | 0.35 | $679,000 | 7326 State Route 19 Rd #9 | Mount Gilead |
| Nov 2025 | 0.46 | $13,000 | 7326 State Route 19 Rd Unit 223-224 | Mount Gilead |
| Nov 2025 | 0.49 | $14,000 | 7326 State Route 19 Rd #221-222 | Mount Gilead |
| Nov 2025 | 0.28 | $9,500 | 7326 State Route 19 Lots Unit 5-1&2 | Mount Gilead |
| Oct 2025 | 0.20 | $19,000 | 7326 State Route 19 Rd Unit 245-247 | Mount Gilead |
| Sep 2025 | 0.52 | $27,500 | 7326 State Route 19 Rd #U10-l46-l47 | Mount Gilead |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 35,214 |
| Population (2020) | 34,950 |
| Population Growth | 0.76% |
| Median Household Income | $71,047 |
| Median Home Value | $200,800 |
| Total Housing Units | 14,615 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,166 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 8.0% |
| Median Age | 43.3 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 3,204 (9.1%) |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.0% |
Market Overview
Morrow County, Ohio has a population of 35,214, which has grown 0.76% since 2020. The median household income is $71,047, below the national median of $74,580 by 4.7%. The housing vacancy rate of 8.0% 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 $24,746 per acre, with properties averaging 13.20 acres. There are currently 72 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Morrow County, Ohio?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Morrow County has a population of 35,214. The county has grown 0.76% since the 2020 Census, indicating a growing community.
What is the median household income in Morrow County?
The median household income in Morrow County is $71,047, which is 4.7% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Morrow County growing or shrinking?
Morrow County is growing. The population has increased 0.76% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Morrow County?
The median home value in Morrow County is $200,800. The housing vacancy rate is 8.0%, which suggests balanced market conditions. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $24,746 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $23,700.
Does Reelvest buy land in Morrow 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.