Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 18,266 ↑ 2.7% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $83,682 12% above national median |
| Median Home Value | $726,500 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.0% |
| Median Age | 56.7 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 36.0% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 55 transactions |
| Active Listings | 52 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 486 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $89,850 |
| Recent Sales | 46 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 194 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 7.29 acres |
| Active Listings | 30 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026New | 2.26 | $460,000 | $203,234 | 567 Marine Lane | Stuart Island |
| Jan 2026 | 27.50 | $1,425,153 | $51,833 | 4282 Deer Harbor Rd | Eastsound |
| Jan 2026 | 40.23 | $1,390,000 | $34,553 | 0 Hawkins Rd | Orcas Island |
| Jan 2026 | 11.85 | $300,000 | $25,316 | 1400 Rosario Rd | Eastsound |
| Dec 2025 | 6.20 | $975,000 | $157,258 | 0 Miguel Lane | Orcas Island |
| Dec 2025 | 5.01 | $285,000 | $56,903 | 0 000 Upper Cow Hill Road | Orcas Island |
| Dec 2025 | 25.51 | $1,015,000 | $39,788 | 1637 Spring Hill Road | Orcas Island |
| Dec 2025 | 1.00 | $160,000 | $160,000 | 0 Thimbleberry Lane | Friday Harbor |
| Dec 2025 | 1.39 | $515,000 | $371,787 | 616 Rose Street | Orcas Island |
| Dec 2025 | 5.84 | $375,000 | $64,163 | 649 Shore Road | Orcas Island |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | 2.20 | $475,000 | $215,968 | 4 Rum Runner | Lopez Island |
| Oct 2025 | 3.55 | $450,000 | $126,761 | 203 W Beach Rd | Eastsound |
| Oct 2025 | 1.00 | $1,550,000 | $1,550,000 | 431 De Haro Ln | Friday Harbor |
| Oct 2025 | 5.42 | $260,000 | $47,970 | 0 Prohaska Road | Friday Harbor |
| Oct 2025 | 29.70 | $632,500 | $21,296 | 132 Harald Glen Lane | Lopez Island |
| Oct 2025 | 10.00 | $400,000 | $40,000 | 263 Francis Lane | Lopez Island |
| Oct 2025 | 5.08 | $140,000 | $27,559 | 0 Diamond Hill Road | Orcas Island |
| Oct 2025 | 1.43 | $300,000 | $210,040 | 97 Meadow Lane | Friday Harbor |
| Oct 2025 | 6.78 | $340,000 | $50,124 | 0 XX NHN SE Deer Point Road | Orcas Island |
| Sep 2025 | 10.09 | $150,000 | $14,860 | 200 Mail Bay Rd | Waldron Island |
| Sep 2025 | 1.12 | $380,000 | $339,286 | 2700 Raccoon Point Road | Orcas Island |
| Sep 2025 | 3.03 | $265,000 | $87,459 | 0 Lot 3 Quiet Place | Friday Harbor |
| Aug 2025 | 21.24 | $450,000 | $21,186 | 0 2 NW Rustic Homestead Lane | Orcas Island |
| Aug 2025 | 3.13 | $225,000 | $71,885 | 0 Killebrew Lake Road | Orcas Island |
| Aug 2025 | 10.00 | $1,200,000 | $120,000 | 585 White Beach Rd | Orcas |
| Aug 2025 | 5.92 | $349,000 | $58,904 | 0 Lot B Spring Point Road | Orcas Island |
| Aug 2025 | 1.43 | $445,000 | $311,189 | 2760 Raccoon Point Road | Orcas Island |
| Aug 2025 | 2.39 | $325,000 | $135,983 | 109 Coho Point Road | Orcas Island |
| Aug 2025 | 1.20 | $235,000 | $195,833 | 0 Veneda Trail | Orcas Island |
| Aug 2025 | 4.40 | $395,000 | $89,850 | 0 Purviance Lane | Shaw Island |
| Jul 2025 | 7.83 | $850,000 | $108,540 | 6651 Roche Harbor Rd | Friday Harbor |
| Jul 2025 | 3.04 | $350,000 | $115,132 | 37 , 39, 59 Shorewood Road | Orcas Island |
| Jun 2025 | 11.39 | $200,000 | $17,554 | 100 Airport Rd | Waldron Island |
| Jun 2025 | 1.01 | $360,000 | $357,853 | 9 Rum Runner | Lopez Island |
| Jun 2025 | 2.90 | $529,000 | $182,414 | 4 Tomihi Drive | Orcas Island |
| Jun 2025 | 2.22 | $625,000 | $281,430 | 399 Spinnaker Lane | Friday Harbor |
| May 2025 | 1.19 | $285,000 | $239,154 | 0 Lot 7 Spieden View Lane | Friday Harbor |
| May 2025 | 5.04 | $330,000 | $65,519 | 0 Sunset Lane | Lopez Island |
| May 2025 | 5.03 | $360,000 | $71,571 | 222 Hemlock St | Eastsound |
| May 2025 | 5.00 | $275,000 | $55,000 | 0 Hyak Lane | Friday Harbor |
| May 2025 | 6.27 | $439,000 | $70,041 | 2231 Bailer Hill Road | Friday Harbor |
| May 2025 | 1.92 | $460,000 | $239,721 | 89 Bronson Way | Orcas Island |
| May 2025 | 2.09 | $1,350,000 | $645,933 | 719 Hamilton Ranch Road | Friday Harbor |
| Apr 2025 | 14.38 | $575,000 | $39,986 | 883 Victorian Valley Drive | Orcas Island |
| Mar 2025 | 5.01 | $545,000 | $108,783 | 2687 Orcas Rd | Eastsound |
| Mar 2025 | 5.02 | $265,000 | $52,803 | 14 Prospect Road | Friday Harbor |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Sep 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $190,000 |
| Recent Sales | 9 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 117 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.54 acres |
| Active Listings | 22 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 0.58 | $130,000 | 63 Marina Heights Lane | Orcas Island |
| Jan 2026 | 0.27 | $300,000 | 145 Spruce Street | Orcas Island |
| Jan 2026 | 0.48 | $360,000 | 0 Willows Lane | Friday Harbor |
| Nov 2025 | 0.38 | $190,000 | 554 Chinook Way | Friday Harbor |
| Oct 2025 | 0.37 | $167,500 | 248 Browne Street | Friday Harbor |
| Oct 2025 | 0.54 | $250,000 | 155 Driftwood Drive | Blakely Island |
| Oct 2025 | 0.70 | $144,000 | 0 XX Geiser's Way | Orcas Island |
| Sep 2025 | 0.75 | $150,000 | 10 Fairway Drive | Friday Harbor |
| Sep 2025 | 0.83 | $195,000 | 36 Pavey Boulevard | Lopez Island |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 18,266 |
| Population (2020) | 17,788 |
| Population Growth | 2.69% |
| Median Household Income | $83,682 |
| Median Home Value | $726,500 |
| Total Housing Units | 13,951 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 5,017 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 36.0% |
| Median Age | 56.7 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 4,624 (25.3%) |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.0% |
Market Overview
San Juan County, Washington has a population of 18,266, which has grown 2.69% since 2020. The median household income is $83,682, above the national median of $74,580 by 12.2%. The housing vacancy rate of 36.0% suggests soft market conditions. As part of Washington, San Juan County benefits from the state's growing interest in vacant land investment. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $70,735 per acre, with properties averaging 6.90 acres. There are currently 52 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of San Juan County, Washington?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, San Juan County has a population of 18,266. The county has grown 2.69% since the 2020 Census, indicating a growing community.
What is the median household income in San Juan County?
The median household income in San Juan County is $83,682, which is 12.2% above the national median of $74,580.
Is San Juan County growing or shrinking?
San Juan County is growing. The population has increased 2.69% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in San Juan County?
The median home value in San Juan County is $726,500. The housing vacancy rate is 36.0%, which suggests soft market conditions. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $70,735 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $189,600.
Does Reelvest buy land in San Juan County, Washington?
Yes! Reelvest Properties buys vacant land throughout Washington, including San Juan 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.