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 | South Dakota | Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Median listing price | $375,000 | $284,900 |
| Asking price vs. a year ago | +0.4% | +2.1% |
| Homes for sale vs. a year ago | +0.4% | +3.7% |
| Median days on market | 58 days | 59 days |
| Listings with a price cut | 17.6% | 19.9% |
The differences in plain English
- The median asking price in South Dakota ($375,000) is 31.6% higher than in Iowa ($284,900).
- Over the past year, asking prices are up 0.4% in South Dakota and up 2.1% in Iowa.
- Homes for sale are 0.4% above a year ago in South Dakota, and 3.7% above a year ago in Iowa.
- The typical listing spends 58 days on the market in South Dakota, 1 day shorter than in Iowa (59).
- 18% of listings in South Dakota have had a price cut, compared with 20% in Iowa.
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (50 states and D.C., September 2026). Statewide figures; individual cities and ZIP codes can differ.