State Rankings
Best States to Buy Land in 2026
Ranked by real FSBO listing data — not editorial opinion. Updated September 2026.
Quick Answer
As of September 2026, the cheapest states to buy vacant land (by average asking price per acre) are Mississippi, Georgia, Wisconsin. Mississippi leads at $5,600/acre across 2 FSBO listings. The national average across 10 listings is $6,860/acre. Rankings below are based entirely on real listing data from Acre Dreams.
#1Mississippi
Avg $/Acre$5,600
Listings2
Owner Financing100%
Price Range$35,000 – $49,000
#2Georgia
Avg $/Acre$7,333
Listings2
Owner Financing100%
Price Range$45,000 – $65,000
#3Wisconsin
Avg $/Acre$7,636
Listings2
Owner Financing100%
Price Range$49,000 – $119,000
All States Ranked by Price Per Acre (Cheapest First)
| Rank | State | Avg $/Acre | Listings | Counties | Financing % | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Mississippi | $5,600 | 2 | 1 | 100% | $35,000 – $49,000 |
| #2 | Georgia | $7,333 | 2 | 1 | 100% | $45,000 – $65,000 |
| #3 | Wisconsin | $7,636 | 2 | 1 | 100% | $49,000 – $119,000 |
| #4 | Louisiana | $9,327 | 2 | 1 | 100% | $44,900 – $95,000 |
Most Listings by State
- 1. Wisconsin2 listings
- 2. Mississippi2 listings
- 3. Louisiana2 listings
- 4. Georgia2 listings
Highest Owner Financing Rate
- 1. Wisconsin100% of listings
- 2. Mississippi100% of listings
- 3. Louisiana100% of listings
- 4. Georgia100% of listings
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the cheapest state to buy land in 2026?
- Based on 10 active FSBO listings on Acre Dreams as of September 2026, Mississippi has the lowest average price per acre at $5,600/acre across 2 listings. The next cheapest states are Georgia ($7,333/acre), Wisconsin ($7,636/acre), Louisiana ($9,327/acre).
- What is the best state to buy land in 2026?
- The "best" state depends on your goals. For affordability, Mississippi leads. For selection, Wisconsin has the most listings. For owner financing availability, Wisconsin has the highest rate at 100%. This data is based on real FSBO listings, not editorial opinion.
- How much does an acre of land cost on average?
- Across all 10 active listings on Acre Dreams, the average asking price is $6,860 per acre as of September 2026. However, prices vary dramatically by state — from $5,600/acre in Mississippi to $9,327/acre in Louisiana.
- Which states have the most owner-financed land for sale?
- The states with the highest percentage of owner-financed listings are: Wisconsin (100%), Mississippi (100%), Louisiana (100%), Georgia (100%). Owner financing allows you to buy land without a bank loan, making monthly payments directly to the seller.
- Is this data based on real listings or estimates?
- All data on this page comes directly from 10 active For Sale By Owner (FSBO) listings on Acre Dreams. Prices reflect current asking prices, not appraisals or estimates. Data is refreshed daily as listings are added, updated, or sold.
Find Your Land
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