West Virginia and Kansas had the lowest cost of living across all U.S. states, with composite costs being half of those found in Hawaii. This was according to a composite index that compares prices for various goods and services on a state-by-state basis. In West Virginia, the cost of living index amounted to **** — well below the national benchmark of 100. Virginia— which had an index value of ***** — was only slightly above that benchmark. Expensive places to live included Hawaii, Massachusetts, and California. Housing costs in the U.S. Housing is usually the highest expense in a household’s budget. In 2023, the average house sold for approximately ******* U.S. dollars, but house prices in the Northeast and West regions were significantly higher. Conversely, the South had some of the least expensive housing. In West Virginia, Mississippi, and Louisiana, the median price of the typical single-family home was less than ******* U.S. dollars. That makes living expenses in these states significantly lower than in states such as Hawaii and California, where housing is much pricier. What other expenses affect the cost of living? Utility costs such as electricity, natural gas, water, and internet also influence the cost of living. In Alaska, Hawaii, and Connecticut, the average monthly utility cost exceeded *** U.S. dollars. That was because of the significantly higher prices for electricity and natural gas in these states.

This statistic shows the best states to make living in the United States in 2019. In 2019, Wyoming was ranked as the best state to make a living in the United States, with the cost of living index at **** value and the median income of ****** U.S. dollars.

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This statistic shows the most affordable metro areas in the Unites States in 2017, by share of income spent on living expenses. In 2017, Omaha was the second most affordable metro area because ***** percent of the median blending annual household income was spent on the average cost of owning or renting a home as well the average cost of utilities and taxes.

Single Family Home Prices in the United States decreased to 422400 USD in July from 432700 USD in June of 2025. This dataset provides - United States Existing Single Family Home Prices- actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

Key information about House Prices Growth

• US house prices grew 5.2% YoY in Dec 2024, following an increase of 5.4% YoY in the previous quarter.
• YoY growth data is updated quarterly, available from Mar 1992 to Dec 2024, with an average growth rate of 5.4%.
• House price data reached an all-time high of 17.7% in Sep 2021 and a record low of -12.4% in Dec 2008.

Graph and download economic data for Average Sales Price of Houses Sold for the United States (ASPUS) from Q1 1963 to Q2 2025 about sales, housing, and USA.

Housing Index in the United States decreased to 433.80 points in June from 434.60 points in May of 2025. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - United States House Price Index MoM Change - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.

In the United States, Hawaii was the state with the most expensive housing, with the typical value of single-family homes in the 35th to 65th percentile range exceeding ******* U.S. dollars. Unsurprisingly, Hawaii also ranked top as the state with the highest cost of living. Meanwhile, a property was the least expensive in West Virginia, where it cost under ******* U.S. dollars to buy the typical single-family home. Single-family home prices increased across most states in the United States between December 2023 and December 2024, except in Louisiana, Florida, and the District of Colombia. According to the Federal Housing Association, house appreciation in 13 states exceeded **** percent in 2023.

Average House Prices in the United States decreased to 487300 USD in July from 505300 USD in June of 2025. This dataset includes a chart with historical data for the United States New Home Average Sales Price.

Dataset Overview

This dataset provides historical housing price indices for the United States, covering a span of 20 years from January 2000 onwards. The data includes housing price trends at the national level, as well as for major metropolitan areas such as San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, and more. It is ideal for understanding how housing prices have evolved over time and exploring regional differences in the housing market.

Why This Dataset?

The U.S. housing market has experienced significant shifts over the last two decades, influenced by economic booms, recessions, and post-pandemic recovery. This dataset allows data enthusiasts, economists, and real estate professionals to analyze long-term trends, make forecasts, and derive insights into regional housing markets.

What’s Included?

Time Period: January 2000 to the latest available data (specific end date depends on the dataset). Frequency: Monthly data. Regions Covered: 20+ U.S. cities, states, and aggregates.

Columns Description

Each column represents the housing price index for a specific region or aggregate, starting with a date column:

Date: Represents the date of the housing price index measurement, recorded with a monthly frequency. U.S. National: The national-level housing price index for the United States. 20-City Composite: The aggregate housing price index for the top 20 metropolitan areas in the U.S. CA-San Francisco: The housing price index for San Francisco, California. CA-Los Angeles: The housing price index for Los Angeles, California. WA-Seattle: The housing price index for Seattle, Washington. NY-New York: The housing price index for New York City, New York. Additional Columns: The dataset includes more columns with housing price indices for various U.S. cities, which can be viewed in the full dataset preview.

Potential Use Cases

Time-Series Analysis: Investigate long-term trends and patterns in housing prices. Forecasting: Build predictive models to forecast future housing prices using historical data. Regional Comparisons: Analyze how housing prices have grown in different cities over time. Economic Insights: Correlate housing prices with economic factors like interest rates, GDP, and inflation.

Who Can Use This Dataset?

This dataset is perfect for:

Data scientists and machine learning practitioners looking to build forecasting models. Economists and policymakers analyzing housing market dynamics. Real estate investors and analysts studying regional trends in housing prices.

Example Questions to Explore

Which cities have experienced the highest housing price growth over the last 20 years? How do housing price trends in coastal cities (e.g., Los Angeles, Miami) compare to midwestern cities (e.g., Chicago, Detroit)? Can we predict future housing prices using time-series models like ARIMA or Prophet?

Graph and download economic data for Residential Property Prices for United States (QUSN368BIS) from Q1 1971 to Q1 2025 about residential, housing, price, and USA.

Statistics illustrates prices of asses; live in the United States from 2007 to 2024.

The ACCRA Cost of Living Index (COLI) is a measure of living cost differences among urban areas compiled by the Council for Community and Economic Research. Conducted quarterly, the index compares the price of goods and services among approximately 300 communities in the United States and Canada. This Microsoft Excel file contains the average prices of goods and services published in the ACCRA Cost of Living Index since 1990.

Explore the Redfin USA Properties Dataset, available in CSV format. This extensive dataset provides valuable insights into the U.S. real estate market, including detailed property listings, prices, property types, and more across various states and cities. Perfect for those looking to conduct in-depth market analysis, real estate investment research, or financial forecasting.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Property Data: Includes essential details such as listing prices, property types, square footage, and the number of bedrooms and bathrooms.
• Geographic Coverage: Encompasses a wide range of U.S. states and cities, providing a broad view of the national real estate market.
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The US residential real estate market, a cornerstone of the American economy, is projected to experience steady growth over the next decade. While the provided CAGR of 2.04% is a modest figure, it reflects a market maturing after a period of significant expansion. This sustained growth is driven by several key factors. Firstly, population growth and urbanization continue to fuel demand for housing, particularly in densely populated areas and emerging suburban markets. Secondly, low interest rates (historically, though this can fluctuate) have made mortgages more accessible, stimulating buyer activity. Thirdly, a robust construction sector, though facing challenges in material costs and labor shortages, is gradually increasing the housing supply, mitigating some of the upward pressure on prices. However, challenges remain. Rising inflation and potential interest rate hikes pose a risk to affordability, potentially dampening demand. Furthermore, the ongoing evolution of remote work is reshaping residential preferences, with a shift toward larger homes in suburban or exurban locations. This trend impacts the relative demand for various property types, potentially increasing the appeal of landed houses and villas compared to apartments and condominiums in certain regions. The segmentation of the market into apartments/condominiums and landed houses/villas provides crucial insights into consumer preferences and investment strategies. High-density urban areas will continue to see strong demand for apartments and condos, while suburban and rural areas are likely to experience a greater increase in landed property sales. Major players like Simon Property Group, Mill Creek Residential, and others are strategically adapting to these trends, focusing on both development and management across various property types and geographic locations. Analyzing regional data within the US (e.g., comparing growth in the Northeast versus the Southwest) will highlight market nuances and potential investment opportunities. While the global data provided is valuable for understanding broader market forces, focusing the analysis on the US market allows for a more granular understanding of the specific drivers, trends, and challenges within this significant segment of the real estate sector. The forecast period (2025-2033) suggests continued, albeit measured, expansion. Recent developments include: May 2022: Resource REIT Inc. completed the sale of all of its outstanding shares of common stock to Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust Inc. for USD 14.75 per share in an all-cash deal valued at USD 3.7 billion, including the assumption of the REIT's debt., February 2022: The largest owner of commercial real estate in the world and private equity company Blackstone is growing its portfolio of residential rentals and commercial properties in the United States. The company revealed that it would shell out about USD 6 billion to buy Preferred Apartment Communities, an Atlanta-based real estate investment trust that owns 44 multifamily communities and roughly 12,000 homes in the Southeast, mostly in Atlanta, Nashville, Charlotte, North Carolina, and the Florida cities of Jacksonville, Orlando, and Tampa.. Key drivers for this market are: Investment Plan Towards Urban Rail Development. Potential restraints include: Italy’s Fragmented Approach to Tenders. Notable trends are: Existing Home Sales Witnessing Strong Growth.

United States - Consumer Price Index : Harmonised prices : Housing, water, electricity, gas and other fuels (COICOP 04) : Actual rentals for housing for Slovak Republic was 5.30% in March of 2025, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, United States - Consumer Price Index : Harmonised prices : Housing, water, electricity, gas and other fuels (COICOP 04) : Actual rentals for housing for Slovak Republic reached a record high of 48.70 in February of 2004 and a record low of -0.10 in June of 2014. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for United States - Consumer Price Index : Harmonised prices : Housing, water, electricity, gas and other fuels (COICOP 04) : Actual rentals for housing for Slovak Republic - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on August of 2025.

Graph and download economic data for Index of Prices Paid by Farmers for Commodities Used in Both Living and Production for United States (M04127USM319NNBR) from Jan 1925 to Jan 1967 about paid, production, commodities, price index, indexes, price, and USA.

Graph and download economic data for New Houses Sold by Sales Price (All Prices) in the United States (NHSUSSPTQ) from Q1 2020 to Q2 2025 about new, sales, housing, and USA.

United States New Single-Family Housing Sold: By Sales Prices: USD 500000 to 599999 data was reported at 8.000 Unit th in Mar 2025. This stayed constant from the previous number of 8.000 Unit th for Feb 2025. United States New Single-Family Housing Sold: By Sales Prices: USD 500000 to 599999 data is updated monthly, averaging 7.000 Unit th from Jan 2020 (Median) to Mar 2025, with 63 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 10.000 Unit th in Jul 2024 and a record low of 4.000 Unit th in Dec 2020. United States New Single-Family Housing Sold: By Sales Prices: USD 500000 to 599999 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by U.S. Census Bureau. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United States – Table US.EB047: New Single-Family Housing Units Sold.