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 | Mississippi | Alabama |
|---|---|---|
| Median listing price | $292,250 | $325,000 |
| Asking price vs. a year ago | −1.4% | −1.5% |
| Homes for sale vs. a year ago | +7.4% | +8.5% |
| Median days on market | 75 days | 71 days |
| Listings with a price cut | 19.0% | 19.1% |
The differences in plain English
- The median asking price in Mississippi ($292,250) is 10.1% lower than in Alabama ($325,000).
- Over the past year, asking prices are down 1.4% in Mississippi and down 1.5% in Alabama.
- Homes for sale are 7.4% above a year ago in Mississippi, and 8.5% above a year ago in Alabama.
- The typical listing spends 75 days on the market in Mississippi, 4 days longer than in Alabama (71).
- 19% of listings in Mississippi have had a price cut, compared with 19% in Alabama.
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (50 states and D.C., September 2026). Statewide figures; individual cities and ZIP codes can differ.