Foreign land ownership in the U.S. has surged 23.3% over the last decade, increasing from 25.9 million acres in 2013 to 32.0 million acres in 2023. Although such ownership represents only 1.4% of total land, some counties see foreign entities controlling over 50% of land. Countries like Canada and China are prominent landowners, with legislation emerging in various states to limit foreign acquisitions due to rising concerns. The dynamics of foreign land ownership reflect both economic interests and geopolitical tensions, shaping state and national policy.
Concerns over foreign land ownership have been present since the Declaration of Independence, intensifying with geopolitical tensions, influencing states to adopt stricter regulations.
While foreign-owned land constitutes just 1.4% of the total U.S. acreage, it significantly impacts certain counties, revealing uneven patterns of land control.
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