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Housing Affordability Index

This index measures housing affordability for the region. For example, an index of 120 means the median household income is 120 % of what is necessary to qualify for the median-priced home under prevailing interest rates. A higher number means greater affordability.
April Year to Date
62 58
61 60 62 62
2024 2025 2026
2024 2025 2026
- 14.7 % + 6.9 %- 1.6 %- 14.3 % + 3.3 % 0.0 %
Affordability Index May 2025 June 2025 July 2025 August 2025 September 2025 October 2025 November 2025 December 2025 January 2026 February 2026 March 2026 April 2026 12-Month Avg
Historical Housing Affordability Index by Month
140
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
01-2020
01-2021
01-2022
01-2023
01-2024
01-202
Current as of May 10, 2026. Data © 2026 REsides, INC. All Rights Reserved. | Sponsored by South Carolin