Compare two states
Statewide asking prices, inventory and pace side by side. Change either state; the link updates so you can share the comparison.
| Measure, September 2026 | Iowa | Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Median listing price | $284,900 | $409,950 |
| Asking price vs. a year ago | +2.1% | −3.5% |
| Homes for sale vs. a year ago | +3.7% | −9.6% |
| Median days on market | 59 days | 81 days |
| Listings with a price cut | 19.9% | 20.1% |
The differences in plain English
- The median asking price in Iowa ($284,900) is 30.5% lower than in Florida ($409,950).
- Over the past year, asking prices are up 2.1% in Iowa and down 3.5% in Florida.
- Homes for sale are 3.7% above a year ago in Iowa, and 9.6% below a year ago in Florida.
- The typical listing spends 59 days on the market in Iowa, 22 days shorter than in Florida (81).
- 20% of listings in Iowa have had a price cut, compared with 20% in Florida.
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (50 states and D.C., September 2026). Statewide figures; individual cities and ZIP codes can differ.