Housing costs in Seattle remain high in January 2026, with median sale prices across tiers significantly above the national average. Prices range from $300,882 in the bottom tier to $3,076,594 in the luxury tier, while the median household income is $131,906. Nationwide, median prices range from $125,384 to $1,341,493, with a median household income of $87,934. Affordability is expected to improve in 2026.