Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 132,355 ↓ 0.8% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $56,292 25% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $115,900 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% |
| Median Age | 45.7 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 13.6% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 44 transactions |
| Active Listings | 69 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 611 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $9,742 |
| Recent Sales | 38 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 205 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 12.94 acres |
| Active Listings | 40 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 6.10 | $52,000 | $8,525 | 0 Hemlock Dr | Ebensburg |
| Jan 2026 | 4.95 | $56,000 | $11,313 | 0 Colonel Drake Hwy #36 | Patton |
| Jan 2026 | 1.40 | $33,000 | $23,571 | Fairview Ave | Sidman |
| Dec 2025 | 2.20 | $12,000 | $5,455 | 0 Pear Ln | Ashville |
| Dec 2025 | 21.10 | $198,000 | $9,384 | 2 Barns St | Patton |
| Nov 2025 | 4.51 | $62,000 | $13,747 | Gauntner St Lot 4 | Johnstown |
| Oct 2025 | 10.00 | $100,000 | $10,000 | 0 Puritan Rd | Portage |
| Oct 2025 | 5.50 | $55,000 | $10,000 | 720 Ridge Rd | Fallentimber |
| Oct 2025 | 35.00 | $150,000 | $4,286 | Hillside Dr | Ashville |
| Oct 2025 | 8.10 | $49,500 | $6,111 | 1 Maple St | Ashville |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 8.00 | $85,000 | $10,625 | 141 Tire Rd | Strongstown |
| Oct 2025 | 1.47 | $13,900 | $9,475 | Richland Avenue Main St | Windber |
| Sep 2025 | 9.02 | $205,000 | $22,727 | 343 Range Rd | Patton |
| Sep 2025 | 3.49 | $34,000 | $9,742 | LOT 3 Highland Heights Ln | Patton |
| Sep 2025 | 30.17 | $225,000 | $7,457 | Baumgardner Road Land | Salix |
| Sep 2025 | 1.50 | $35,000 | $23,333 | 0 Harding Ave | Revloc |
| Sep 2025 | 20.00 | $190,000 | $9,500 | Berkshire Dr | Johnstown |
| Sep 2025 | 2.51 | $45,000 | $17,928 | 3 Fiske Rd | Fallentimber |
| Aug 2025 | 37.50 | $220,000 | $5,867 | 0 Magee Rd | Patton |
| Aug 2025 | 17.00 | $130,000 | $7,647 | 0 Ott Rd | Carrolltown |
| Aug 2025 | 5.00 | $75,000 | $15,000 | 0 Beck Rd | Loretto |
| Aug 2025 | 80.70 | $195,000 | $2,416 | 0 Skyline Dr | Blandburg |
| Aug 2025 | 20.71 | $190,000 | $9,172 | Berkshire Dr | Johnstown |
| Jul 2025 | 67.15 | $179,900 | $2,679 | 0 Wilmore Rd | Ebensburg |
| Jul 2025 | 1.16 | $18,500 | $15,948 | 540 Troxell Spring Rd | Flinton |
| Jul 2025 | 3.90 | $50,000 | $12,821 | 114 Rosedale St | Johnstown |
| Jun 2025 | 1.70 | $34,900 | $20,529 | Delfire Rd | Windber |
| Jun 2025 | 10.82 | $100,000 | $9,242 | 496 Scout Dam Rd | Ebensburg |
| Jun 2025 | 5.51 | $50,000 | $9,074 | 420 Scout Dam Rd | Ebensburg |
| Jun 2025 | 3.50 | $13,500 | $3,857 | 0 Peg Run Rd | Northern Cambria |
| May 2025 | 12.00 | $180,000 | $15,000 | 1 Klondike Rd | Patton |
| May 2025 | 5.21 | $36,000 | $6,910 | Benshoff Hill Rd | Johnstown |
| May 2025 | 7.73 | $87,500 | $11,320 | 0 Dutch Rd | Carrolltown |
| Apr 2025 | 13.78 | $110,000 | $7,981 | Maplewood Dr | Johnstown |
| Apr 2025 | 17.40 | $140,000 | $8,046 | Galleria Drive Ext | Johnstown |
| Apr 2025 | 2.00 | $62,000 | $31,000 | 664 Mount Airy Dr #8 | Johnstown |
| Apr 2025 | 1.50 | $20,000 | $13,333 | 0 Ebony Rd | Ebensburg |
| Mar 2025 | 2.33 | $30,000 | $12,876 | T 190 And T191 Christopher Rd | Flinton |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Sep 2025 – Nov 2025)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $25,000 |
| Recent Sales | 6 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 147 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.62 acres |
| Active Listings | 29 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | 0.71 | $25,000 | 0 Parker Rd | Johnstown |
| Nov 2025 | 0.72 | $18,000 | Castle St | Johnstown |
| Oct 2025 | 0.25 | $23,000 | P413 Laurel Ln | Flinton |
| Oct 2025 | 0.61 | $7,000 | 206 Forest Brook Dr | Flinton |
| Sep 2025 | 0.72 | $35,000 | 718 Sandusky St | Gallitzin |
| Sep 2025 | 0.71 | $25,000 | LOT 7 Hilltop Rd | Lilly |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 132,355 |
| Population (2020) | 133,472 |
| Population Growth | -0.84% |
| Median Household Income | $56,292 |
| Median Home Value | $115,900 |
| Total Housing Units | 64,494 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 8,802 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 13.6% |
| Median Age | 45.7 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 14,657 (11.1%) |
| Unemployment Rate (BLS) | 4.4% |
Market Overview
Cambria County, Pennsylvania has a population of 132,355, which has declined 0.84% since 2020. The median household income is $56,292, below the national median of $74,580 by 24.5%. With a median home value of $115,900 and an unemployment rate of 4.4%, the local economy is moderate. The housing vacancy rate of 13.6% suggests soft market conditions. Cambria County is part of Pennsylvania's land market, attracting both local and out-of-state buyers. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $9,500 per acre, with properties averaging 18.40 acres. There are currently 69 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Cambria County, Pennsylvania?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Cambria County has a population of 132,355. The county has declined 0.84% since the 2020 Census.
What is the median household income in Cambria County?
The median household income in Cambria County is $56,292, which is 24.5% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Cambria County growing or shrinking?
Cambria County is shrinking. The population has declined 0.84% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Cambria County?
The median home value in Cambria County is $115,900. The housing vacancy rate is 13.6%, which suggests soft market conditions. The unemployment rate is 4.4%, indicating a moderate local economy. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $9,500 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $20,000.
Does Reelvest buy land in Cambria County, Pennsylvania?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout Pennsylvania, including Cambria 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.