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 | Wisconsin | Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Median listing price | $389,900 | $284,900 |
| Asking price vs. a year ago | −0.6% | +2.1% |
| Homes for sale vs. a year ago | +20.3% | +3.7% |
| Median days on market | 45 days | 59 days |
| Listings with a price cut | 18.7% | 19.9% |
The differences in plain English
- The median asking price in Wisconsin ($389,900) is 36.9% higher than in Iowa ($284,900).
- Over the past year, asking prices are down 0.6% in Wisconsin and up 2.1% in Iowa.
- Homes for sale are 20.3% above a year ago in Wisconsin, and 3.7% above a year ago in Iowa.
- The typical listing spends 45 days on the market in Wisconsin, 14 days shorter than in Iowa (59).
- 19% of listings in Wisconsin 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.