🏠 Housing in the U.S. is pricey — but the difference between states is on another level.
Let’s compare where homes cost the most and where buyers still find good value. 🇺🇸
According to Zillow’s Home Value Index (ZHVI, Sep 2025), these figures show the typical value of a mid-tier home in each state. They’re modelled estimates based on millions of properties, reflecting local demand, land availability, and market trends.
✅ Data shows median home values, not tied to specific size.
❌ Doesn’t include rent yields, property taxes, or construction costs.
🌎 Key insights:
🏝️ Hawaii ($826.6K) – Limited land, tourism-driven demand, and import-heavy construction keep values sky-high.
🌉 California ($763.3K) – Strong job markets, mild climate, and tight zoning laws sustain some of the nation’s highest prices.
🎓 Massachusetts ($649.1K) – Boston’s academic and tech ecosystems drive steady growth in value.
🌲 Washington ($595.7K) – Tech expansion and natural appeal keep home values elevated, especially around Seattle.
🏛️ D.C. ($583.4K) – Government and consulting sectors ensure constant housing pressure despite small area.
🌳 New Jersey ($564.4K) – Proximity to New York and dense suburban development create lasting demand.
🏔️ Colorado ($540.2K) – Population growth and lifestyle appeal make it one of the hottest inland markets.
🏜️ Utah ($530.8K) – Rapid expansion of tech jobs and family housing needs push prices up statewide.
🗽 New York ($508.8K) – NYC dominates the market, but upstate regions keep the median in check.
🍁 New Hampshire ($501.6K) – Attracts remote workers and retirees seeking low taxes and quality of life.
🌾 In the middle, we have markets like Virginia ($405.0K), Oregon ($496.2K), and Maine ($410.9K), combining strong demand with nature, space, and a slower rhythm of life.
🏡 At the lower end, markets like Iowa ($230.3K), Kentucky ($226.6K), and West Virginia ($170.6K) still offer full houses for the price of a studio in coastal states.
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