Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 65,055 ↑ 0.5% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $61,992 17% below national median |
| Median Home Value | $199,200 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.5% |
| Median Age | 41.4 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 13.1% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 61 transactions |
| Active Listings | 77 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 496 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $10,593 |
| Recent Sales | 54 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 182 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 22.47 acres |
| Active Listings | 50 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026New | 16.30 | $190,000 | $11,656 | LOT 1 Patton Hill Rd | Millville |
| Feb 2026 | 105.00 | $958,000 | $9,124 | Orchard Dr | Bloomsburg |
| Feb 2026 | 1.50 | $115,000 | $76,667 | Ridge Rd | Bloomsburg |
| Feb 2026 | 10.42 | $70,000 | $6,718 | Hillside Rd | Millville |
| Feb 2026 | 1.61 | $85,000 | $52,795 | 562 Scotch Valley Dr | Bloomsburg |
| Feb 2026 | 7.28 | $52,000 | $7,143 | 669 State Highway 118 | Benton |
| Jan 2026 | 40.00 | $397,080 | $9,927 | Old Greenwood Rd | Orangeville |
| Jan 2026 | 7.25 | $505,000 | $69,655 | 193 Cranberry Run Rd | Zion Grove |
| Jan 2026 | 2.07 | $26,000 | $12,560 | 543 Boulder Dr | Shickshinny |
| Dec 2025 | 3.17 | $98,000 | $30,915 | 29 Carol Dr | Berwick |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 10.00 | $100,000 | $10,000 | Raski Rd | Benton |
| Nov 2025 | 17.67 | $119,000 | $6,735 | 17814-8216 8216 | Benton |
| Nov 2025 | 15.48 | $90,000 | $5,814 | 7090 Lowe Rd | Bloomsburg |
| Nov 2025 | 10.00 | $90,000 | $9,000 | 554 Beilys Rd | Bloomsburg |
| Nov 2025 | 1.00 | $90,000 | $90,000 | Beilys Rd | Bloomsburg |
| Oct 2025 | 5.00 | $170,000 | $34,000 | 1166 Numidia Dr | Catawissa |
| Oct 2025 | 10.00 | $110,000 | $11,000 | LOT 4 Elk Grove Rd | Benton |
| Oct 2025 | 65.20 | $360,000 | $5,521 | Parker Rd | Millville |
| Oct 2025 | 19.22 | $287,450 | $14,956 | Whitehorse Pike Rd | Millville |
| Oct 2025 | 52.00 | $285,000 | $5,481 | Creasyville Hollow Rd | Benton |
| Oct 2025 | 38.50 | $213,000 | $5,532 | 86 Harp Ln | Bloomsburg |
| Sep 2025 | 1.50 | $29,000 | $19,333 | 213 E Piper Ln | Benton |
| Sep 2025 | 10.00 | $100,000 | $10,000 | LOT 3 Patton Hill Rd | Millville |
| Sep 2025 | 10.40 | $115,000 | $11,058 | LOT 4 Patton Hill Rd | Millville |
| Sep 2025 | 10.80 | $110,000 | $10,185 | Hollow Rd | Millville |
| Sep 2025 | 11.80 | $125,000 | $10,593 | LOT 2 Patton Hill Rd | Millville |
| Sep 2025 | 5.26 | $55,000 | $10,456 | Finn Rd | Benton |
| Sep 2025 | 75.51 | $1,200,000 | $15,892 | Zzzz | Stillwater |
| Sep 2025 | 75.63 | $1,200,000 | $15,867 | Buck Rd | Stillwater |
| Sep 2025 | 40.61 | $100,000 | $2,462 | Swartz Rd | Bloomsburg |
| Aug 2025 | 2.40 | $189,000 | $78,750 | N Vine St | Berwick |
| Aug 2025 | 14.00 | $140,693 | $10,050 | 1 0 Hyview Rd | Benton |
| Aug 2025 | 11.00 | $143,900 | $13,082 | 2 0 Hyview Rd | Benton |
| Aug 2025 | 10.00 | $144,500 | $14,450 | 3 0 Hyview Rd | Benton |
| Aug 2025 | 14.00 | $140,693 | $10,050 | 0 Hyview Rd | Benton |
| Jul 2025 | 1.02 | $405,560 | $397,610 | 2854 Village Ln | Berwick |
| Jul 2025 | 1.92 | $47,000 | $24,479 | 738 Knob Mountain Rd | Berwick |
| Jul 2025 | 3.77 | $110,000 | $29,178 | 22B Kachinka Hollow Rd | Berwick |
| Jul 2025 | 6.00 | $47,000 | $7,833 | 0 Ridge Rd | Benton |
| Jul 2025 | 1.00 | $7,500 | $7,500 | Green Creek Rd | Benton |
| Jul 2025 | 4.38 | $49,900 | $11,393 | Route 239 | Stillwater |
| Jul 2025 | 72.00 | $380,000 | $5,278 | 330 Green Creek Rd | Benton |
| Jul 2025 | 14.53 | $117,000 | $8,052 | 2 Smith Hill Rd | Benton |
| Jul 2025 | 21.23 | $175,500 | $8,267 | Smith Hill Rd | Benton |
| Jun 2025 | 89.79 | $610,000 | $6,794 | 149 Creasyville Bridge Rd | Benton |
| Jun 2025 | 60.60 | $430,000 | $7,096 | 102 Johns Rd | Benton |
| May 2025 | 3.71 | $125,000 | $33,693 | Crestwood Dr | Bloomsburg |
| May 2025 | 10.00 | $90,000 | $9,000 | 81 Oakridge Rattlesnake Rd | Catawissa |
| Apr 2025 | 10.63 | $120,000 | $11,289 | Timberview Dr | Bloomsburg |
| Apr 2025 | 1.26 | $95,000 | $75,397 | 6725 Keefers Ln | Bloomsburg |
| Apr 2025 | 14.00 | $1,865,205 | $133,229 | 108 Hidden Hollow Dr | Bloomsburg |
| Apr 2025 | 117.00 | $720,000 | $6,154 | 5154 State Highway 442 | Millville |
| Apr 2025 | 1.00 | $20,000 | $20,000 | LOT Zaners Bridge Rd | Stillwater |
| Mar 2025 | 48.08 | $509,000 | $10,587 | 220 Kline Rd | Nescopeck |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Sep 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $60,000 |
| Recent Sales | 7 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 124 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.55 acres |
| Active Listings | 27 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 0.82 | $64,500 | Montour Blvd | Bloomsburg |
| Dec 2025 | 0.88 | $73,000 | Spring Garden Ave | Berwick |
| Dec 2025 | 0.19 | $57,000 | 712 Country Club Dr | Bloomsburg |
| Oct 2025 | 0.82 | $460,000 | 1018 Race St | Nescopeck |
| Oct 2025 | 0.31 | $39,900 | Chestnut St | Berwick |
| Sep 2025 | 0.40 | $60,000 | 810 Washington St | Berwick |
| Sep 2025 | 0.46 | $20,000 | 30 Amron Dr | Bloomsburg |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 65,055 |
| Population (2020) | 64,727 |
| Population Growth | 0.51% |
| Median Household Income | $61,992 |
| Median Home Value | $199,200 |
| Total Housing Units | 29,775 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,901 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 13.1% |
| Median Age | 41.4 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 6,599 (10.1%) |
| Unemployment Rate (BLS) | 4.4% |
Market Overview
Columbia County, Pennsylvania has a population of 65,055, which has grown 0.51% since 2020. The median household income is $61,992, below the national median of $74,580 by 16.9%. With a median home value of $199,200 and an unemployment rate of 4.4%, the local economy is moderate. The housing vacancy rate of 13.1% suggests soft market conditions. As part of Pennsylvania, Columbia County benefits from the state's growing interest in vacant land investment. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $10,587 per acre, with properties averaging 18.70 acres. There are currently 77 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Columbia County, Pennsylvania?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Columbia County has a population of 65,055. The county has grown 0.51% since the 2020 Census, indicating a growing community.
What is the median household income in Columbia County?
The median household income in Columbia County is $61,992, which is 16.9% below the national median of $74,580.
Is Columbia County growing or shrinking?
Columbia County is growing. The population has increased 0.51% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Columbia County?
The median home value in Columbia County is $199,200. The housing vacancy rate is 13.1%, 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 $10,587 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $32,000.
Does Reelvest buy land in Columbia County, Pennsylvania?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout Pennsylvania, including Columbia 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.