Carter County, KY
Land Market Insights and Pricing in Carter County, Kentucky
On average, land listings in Carter County, KY have a lot size of 79 acres and are priced around $609,127. The median price per acre in Carter County, KY is $6,841.
Market Trends
Properties for Sale
45
Total Acreage for Sale
1,422 ac
Median Lot Size
55.1 ac
Average Lot Size
79 ac
Median List Price
$384,950
Average List Price
$609,127
Median Price Per Acre
$6,841 / ac
Total Price Reductions
—
Median Days on Market
78 days
About Carter County, KY
Carter County, Kentucky, offers a rugged landscape of steep, forested hills and narrow valleys characteristic of the Appalachian Plateau. With 409 square miles of land, the county boasts ample open space and a low population density of 66 people per square mile. Grayson Lake, formed by damming the Little Sandy River, serves as a centerpiece for outdoor recreation. The terrain limits large-scale agriculture but provides excellent opportunities for forestry, hunting, and hiking. Property taxes at 0.49% are notably below the national average. While the county's median worker earnings of $31,699 fall below national figures, the affordable median home price of $126,100 may attract land buyers. Interstate 64 and U.S. Route 60 provide essential east-west connectivity, with development concentrated along these corridors.
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