A recent housing report card highlights that states in the South and Midwest excel in homebuilding and affordability, with South Carolina receiving an A grade—the only one awarded. While 13 states scored A or B, the seven F grades were concentrated in the West and Northeast, where housing prices are higher. The report emphasizes the importance of addressing the nation's housing supply shortage, currently estimated at 4 million units. Leading states show strong construction activity, while others struggle with high costs and slow development.
"Our state report card rankings reveal stark disparities in housing affordability and homebuilding efforts across the U.S.," says Realtor.com Chief Economist Danielle Hale.
The rankings are based on housing affordability and the ability to meet future supply challenges through new construction.
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