Texas saw the largest numeric boost in U.S. housing units

Between 2020 and 2025, U.S. housing units grew by 5.5% on average. Utah led with a 13.5% increase, adding 155,674 units, followed by Idaho at 12.9% growth with 97,296 new units. Texas had the largest numeric increase, adding 1,258,931 units, a 10.9% rise, nearly double the national average, reflecting significant population growth and raising concerns about infrastructure and affordability.