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Here's How Much More House You Can Afford in 30 Major Cities This Year

April 01, 2026

Median-income American households can now afford homes priced at $331,483, a $30,302 increase from last year. This rise in buying power, aided by dropping mortgage rates, suggests a stabilizing housing market. Major cities saw affordability increases around 9-11%, with prices rising from $265,388 to $581,564 depending on the location, reflecting improved home purchasing capacity nationwide.

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