Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 15,948 ↑ 0.5% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $50,435 32% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $123,400 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% |
| Median Age | 47.5 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 18.9% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 34 transactions |
| Active Listings | 65 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 537 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $97,964 |
| Recent Sales | 20 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 217 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 19.14 acres |
| Active Listings | 41 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 12.00 | $585,000 | $48,750 | 4880 NE Highway 20 | Corvallis |
| Jan 2026 | 4.25 | $150,000 | $35,294 | LOT 15 Iris Cir | Philomath |
| Dec 2025 | 4.81 | $595,000 | $123,701 | NW Lester Ave | Corvallis |
| Nov 2025 | 3.00 | $415,000 | $138,333 | 7525 NE Logsdon Rd | Corvallis |
| Oct 2025 | 2.50 | $297,500 | $119,000 | N Hilton Rd | Apache Junction |
| Oct 2025 | 1.98 | $293,000 | $147,980 | 0 NW Bramblewood Ln | Albany |
| Sep 2025 | 154.46 | $2,100,000 | $13,596 | 0 Fern Rd | Philomath |
| Sep 2025 | 7.57 | $120,000 | $15,852 | Unassigned Fish Hatchery Rd | Alsea |
| Sep 2025 | 119.64 | $2,600,000 | $21,732 | 5878 SW 3rd St | Corvallis |
| Jul 2025 | 2.28 | $223,000 | $97,807 | LOT 24 Goshawk Ln | Philomath |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | 5.84 | $400,000 | $68,493 | 0 NW Green Acres Ln | Albany |
| May 2025 | 1.11 | $150,000 | $135,135 | 27850 Hells Canyon Rd | Monroe |
| May 2025 | 1.11 | $150,000 | $135,135 | 27850 Hells Canyon Rd #320351 | Monroe |
| May 2025 | 15.13 | $610,000 | $40,317 | 37635 Soap Creek Rd | Corvallis |
| May 2025 | 3.03 | $360,000 | $118,812 | Next To 1535 Brooklane Dr | Corvallis |
| May 2025 | 20.47 | $449,000 | $21,935 | 20930 Alsea Hwy | Alsea |
| May 2025 | 6.88 | $165,000 | $23,983 | 26965 Cecil Ln | Alsea |
| May 2025 | 2.35 | $362,000 | $154,043 | 1445 NW Shady Ln | Albany |
| Apr 2025 | 10.44 | $1,300,000 | $124,521 | Next To 2646 Broadway St NW | Albany |
| Mar 2025 | 3.93 | $385,000 | $97,964 | 2550 SW 53rd St | Corvallis |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Sep 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $144,000 |
| Recent Sales | 14 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 82 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.40 acres |
| Active Listings | 24 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 0.08 | $144,000 | 3933 NW Goldfinch Dr | Corvallis |
| Feb 2026 | 0.27 | $235,000 | 1811 Applegate St | Philomath |
| Feb 2026 | 0.87 | $22,500 | Valley View Dr NW | Albany |
| Feb 2026 | 0.88 | $22,500 | Valley View Dr NW | Albany |
| Feb 2026 | 0.87 | $22,500 | LOT 1102 Valley View Dr NW | Albany |
| Feb 2026 | 0.88 | $22,500 | LOT 1101 Valley View Dr NW | Albany |
| Feb 2026 | 0.08 | $144,000 | 3945 NW Goldfinch Dr | Corvallis |
| Jan 2026 | 0.51 | $300,000 | 2604 SW Wolverine Dr | Corvallis |
| Jan 2026 | 0.13 | $525,000 | 2828 NW Essex Ave | Albany |
| Oct 2025 | 0.17 | $159,000 | 2259 NW Delene Ct | Albany |
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 0.08 | $300,000 | 560 SE Bell Ave | Corvallis |
| Sep 2025 | 0.38 | $350,000 | 1114-1116 NW 9th St | Corvallis |
| Sep 2025 | 0.20 | $30,000 | 4577 NW Boxwood Dr | Corvallis |
| Sep 2025 | 0.25 | $20,000 | 9 NW Quarry Rd Lot 9 | Albany |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 96,359 |
| Population (2020) | 95,184 |
| Population Growth | 1.23% |
| Median Household Income | $76,011 |
| Median Home Value | $481,700 |
| Total Housing Units | 40,565 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,279 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 5.6% |
| Median Age | 33.8 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 17,133 (17.8%) |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% |
Market Overview
Benton County, Oregon has a population of 96,359, which has grown 1.23% since 2020. The median household income is $76,011, above the national median of $74,580 by 1.9%. The housing vacancy rate of 5.6% suggests tight market conditions. As part of Oregon, Benton County benefits from the state's growing interest in vacant land investment. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $65,000 per acre, with properties averaging 19.50 acres. There are currently 65 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Benton County, Oregon?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Benton County has a population of 96,359. The county has grown 1.23% since the 2020 Census, indicating a growing community.
What is the median household income in Benton County?
The median household income in Benton County is $76,011, which is 1.9% above the national median of $74,580.
Is Benton County growing or shrinking?
Benton County is growing. The population has increased 1.23% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Benton County?
The median home value in Benton County is $481,700. The housing vacancy rate is 5.6%, which suggests tight market conditions. The unemployment rate is 5.4%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $65,000 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $158,700.
Does Reelvest buy land in Benton County, Oregon?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout Oregon, including Benton 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.