Buyers Need Higher Income to Afford Homes in Majority of States

Report: Income Required to Buy Homes Jumps in 2021
The latest report reveals that in 2021, buyers in 22 states require a six-figure income to afford a typical home, a significant increase from just six states in 2020. California, Hawaii, DC, Massachusetts, and Washington state top the list, with income requirements ranging from $156,814 to $197,057.
This trend underscores the growing affordability challenges in the housing market, especially in high-cost regions.
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