Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 195,870 ↑ 1.1% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $86,775 16% above national median |
| Median Home Value | $275,600 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% |
| Median Age | 43.3 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 7.1% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 88 transactions |
| Active Listings | 76 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 261 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $20,304 |
| Recent Sales | 67 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 183 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 10.95 acres |
| Active Listings | 40 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 5.11 | $300,000 | $58,709 | 150 Kaufman Rd | Evans City |
| Feb 2026 | 10.83 | $88,500 | $8,172 | McGrady Hollow Rd | Butler |
| Feb 2026 | 41.14 | $300,000 | $7,291 | Spring St | Harmony |
| Feb 2026 | 79.00 | $300,000 | $3,797 | 112 Stamm Rd | Slippery Rock |
| Jan 2026 | 2.98 | $149,000 | $50,000 | 102 Hibernia Dr | Harmony |
| Jan 2026 | 5.00 | $63,000 | $12,600 | Lower Harmony Rd | Prospect |
| Jan 2026 | 3.46 | $335,000 | $96,821 | 222 Myoma Rd | Mars |
| Jan 2026 | 9.84 | $132,000 | $13,415 | 125 Henricks Rd | Butler |
| Dec 2025 | 1.04 | $45,000 | $43,269 | 115 Fenster Ln | Prospect |
| Dec 2025 | 1.10 | $35,000 | $31,703 | 311 W Cooper St | Slippery Rock |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 1.17 | $2,150 | $1,838 | 412 N Jackson St | Evans City |
| Dec 2025 | 1.29 | $2,000 | $1,550 | 215 Iman Rd | Chicora |
| Dec 2025 | 1.24 | $18,500 | $14,919 | 509 Buena Vista Rd | Chicora |
| Dec 2025 | 1.76 | $1,589 | $905 | E Of Stone Church Rd | Prospect |
| Dec 2025 | 13.50 | $45,000 | $3,333 | E Old Route 422 | Fenelton |
| Dec 2025 | 2.00 | $90,000 | $45,000 | 205 Ekastown Rd | Sarver |
| Dec 2025 | 6.00 | $81,000 | $13,500 | 136 Roads End Ln | Butler |
| Dec 2025 | 2.00 | $20,000 | $9,975 | McGrady Rd | Fenelton |
| Nov 2025 | 1.05 | $74,000 | $70,476 | 104 Marie Ln | Evans City |
| Nov 2025 | 43.44 | $140,000 | $3,223 | Route 528 | Evans City |
| Nov 2025 | 1.83 | $92,000 | $50,356 | 103 N Dutchtown Rd | Butler |
| Nov 2025 | 3.16 | $67,500 | $21,361 | Reibold Rd | Renfrew |
| Nov 2025 | 3.16 | $67,500 | $21,361 | LOT 2 Reibold Rd | Renfrew |
| Oct 2025 | 1.00 | $24,000 | $24,000 | 807 Branchton Rd | Boyers |
| Oct 2025 | 4.77 | $22,000 | $4,612 | 140 Angel Ave | Petrolia |
| Oct 2025 | 55.00 | $245,000 | $4,455 | 136 Steiger Ln | Butler |
| Oct 2025 | 2.06 | $70,000 | $33,981 | 320 Jones Rd | Cabot |
| Oct 2025 | 7.24 | $147,000 | $20,304 | Hines Rd | Slippery Rock |
| Oct 2025 | 20.77 | $114,273 | $5,502 | W Park Rd | Slippery Rock |
| Oct 2025 | 2.00 | $35,000 | $17,500 | Crestview Rd | Slippery Rock |
| Sep 2025 | 1.48 | $30,000 | $20,270 | 293 Acre Ave | Butler |
| Sep 2025 | 68.83 | $6,000,000 | $87,171 | 6609 Mars Rd | Cranberry Township |
| Sep 2025 | 10.43 | $5,000 | $479 | 395 Red Dog Rd | Butler |
| Sep 2025 | 1.25 | $12,000 | $9,600 | 5156 Elliott Rd | Butler |
| Sep 2025 | 10.05 | $105,000 | $10,448 | 110 Roper Ln | Butler |
| Sep 2025 | 5.01 | $325,000 | $64,819 | 150 Hammond Rd | Mars |
| Sep 2025 | 2.00 | $20,000 | $10,000 | E Of Opal Ave | Butler |
| Sep 2025 | 20.50 | $201,000 | $9,805 | Prospect Rd | Prospect |
| Sep 2025 | 54.60 | $325,000 | $5,952 | 0 Windy Rd | Boyers |
| Aug 2025 | 1.50 | $16,000 | $10,667 | 158 Renfrew Rd | Renfrew |
| Aug 2025 | 3.90 | $17,750 | $4,551 | Lr 10070 Boyers Rd | Boyers |
| Aug 2025 | 2.40 | $70,000 | $29,167 | 7 Bradys Lndg | Karns City |
| Aug 2025 | 4.20 | $130,000 | $30,945 | 0 Bullcreek Rd | Butler |
| Jul 2025 | 5.49 | $325,000 | $59,199 | Scott Ridge Rd | Harmony |
| Jul 2025 | 2.25 | $215,000 | $95,386 | 105 Bluestone Ct | Harmony |
| Jul 2025 | 5.50 | $325,000 | $59,091 | 567 Scott Ridge Rd | Harmony |
| Jul 2025 | 13.73 | $335,000 | $24,396 | Kaufman Rd | Evans City |
| Jul 2025 | 2.55 | $245,000 | $96,003 | 352 Dobson Rd | Mars |
| Jul 2025 | 3.59 | $42,000 | $11,709 | 3625 Oneida Valley Rd | Emlenton |
| Jun 2025 | 1.50 | $375,000 | $250,000 | 119 Larchwood Dr | Butler |
| Jun 2025 | 7.61 | $125,000 | $16,424 | 5249 Elliott Rd | Butler |
| Jun 2025 | 4.95 | $100,000 | $20,202 | LOT 2 Jones Rd | Cabot |
| Jun 2025 | 3.71 | $25,000 | $6,739 | 236 Washington St | Bruin |
| May 2025 | 2.00 | $90,000 | $45,000 | 129 Aiken Ln | Mars |
| May 2025 | 2.70 | $225,000 | $83,333 | LOT 102 Cross Creek Cir #4071 | Valencia |
| May 2025 | 2.58 | $300,000 | $116,279 | 418 Myoma Rd | Mars |
| May 2025 | 2.41 | $125,000 | $51,867 | 8 Bradys Lndg | Karns City |
| May 2025 | 20.55 | $466,000 | $22,677 | Dutchtown Rd | Butler |
| May 2025 | 2.00 | $245,000 | $122,500 | 112 Kriebel Ln | Mars |
| May 2025 | 28.15 | $1,500,213 | $53,301 | Pine Brook Dr | Cranberry Township |
| May 2025 | 3.00 | $32,500 | $10,833 | LOT McJunkin Rd | Boyers |
| Apr 2025 | 20.55 | $466,000 | $22,677 | 0 Sugar Creek Dr | Butler |
| Apr 2025 | 2.10 | $81,000 | $38,571 | Main St | Prospect |
| Apr 2025 | 2.01 | $150,000 | $74,627 | 391 Freeport Rd | Butler |
| Mar 2025 | 44.65 | $210,000 | $4,703 | 7067 Franklin Rd | Cranberry Township |
| Mar 2025 | 6.16 | $175,000 | $28,409 | 259 Welsh Rd | Valencia |
| Mar 2025 | 23.50 | $125,000 | $5,319 | Saint Joe Rd | Chicora |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Oct 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $61,000 |
| Recent Sales | 21 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 82 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.51 acres |
| Active Listings | 36 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 0.50 | $19,900 | LOT 134 Shannon Mills Dr | Renfrew |
| Feb 2026 | 0.50 | $39,500 | LOT 135 Shannon Mills Dr | Renfrew |
| Feb 2026 | 0.61 | $44,500 | LOT 113 Shannon Mills Dr | Renfrew |
| Feb 2026 | 0.88 | $65,000 | Sassafras Dr | Slippery Rock |
| Jan 2026 | 0.48 | $200,000 | 1172 Freedom Rd | Cranberry Township |
| Jan 2026 | 0.80 | $160,000 | 26 Holiday Dr | Cranberry Township |
| Dec 2025 | 0.12 | $540 | 202 Zenith Rd | Butler |
| Dec 2025 | 0.27 | $1,030 | 2369 Kittanning Pike | Parker |
| Dec 2025 | 0.15 | $85,000 | Emerson Dr | Zelienople |
| Dec 2025 | 0.15 | $85,000 | 125 Emerson Dr | Zelienople |
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 0.73 | $1,796 | Unionville Rd | Butler |
| Dec 2025 | 0.16 | $2,000 | W Of Currie Rd | Slippery Rock |
| Dec 2025 | 0.36 | $453,670 | 309 Cool Spring Dr | Evans City |
| Dec 2025 | 0.59 | $625,295 | 305 Cool Spring Dr | Evans City |
| Dec 2025 | 0.71 | $49,000 | Kimberly Dr | Sarver |
| Dec 2025 | 0.36 | $697,490 | 318 Stately Ct | Valencia |
| Nov 2025 | 0.71 | $49,000 | 108 Kimberly Dr | Sarver |
| Nov 2025 | 0.89 | $61,000 | 148 Holl Rd | Cabot |
| Nov 2025 | 0.84 | $15,000 | 105 McClellan Dr | Butler |
| Nov 2025 | 0.37 | $531,915 | 217 Corn Stalk Ct | Evans City |
| Oct 2025 | 0.59 | $585,470 | 216 Corn Stalk Ct | Evans City |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 195,870 |
| Population (2020) | 193,763 |
| Population Growth | 1.09% |
| Median Household Income | $86,775 |
| Median Home Value | $275,600 |
| Total Housing Units | 86,399 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 6,154 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 7.1% |
| Median Age | 43.3 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 34,211 (17.5%) |
| Unemployment Rate (BLS) | 3.4% |
Market Overview
Butler County, Pennsylvania has a population of 195,870, which has grown 1.09% since 2020. The median household income is $86,775, above the national median of $74,580 by 16.4%. With a median home value of $275,600 and an unemployment rate of 3.4%, the local economy is strong. The housing vacancy rate of 7.1% suggests balanced market conditions. Butler County remains a key area for land acquisition in Pennsylvania. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $17,500 per acre, with properties averaging 10.30 acres. There are currently 76 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Butler County, Pennsylvania?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Butler County has a population of 195,870. The county has grown 1.09% since the 2020 Census, indicating a growing community.
What is the median household income in Butler County?
The median household income in Butler County is $86,775, which is 16.4% above the national median of $74,580.
Is Butler County growing or shrinking?
Butler County is growing. The population has increased 1.09% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Butler County?
The median home value in Butler County is $275,600. The housing vacancy rate is 7.1%, which suggests balanced market conditions. The unemployment rate is 3.4%, indicating a strong local economy. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $17,500 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $194,950.
Does Reelvest buy land in Butler County, Pennsylvania?
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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.