Median Number of Months on Sales Market Newly Completed Homes

Measurement
Months
Indicator Type or Source
Median Indicator
Period End Date
October 1, 2024
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Median Number of Months on Sales Market Newly Completed Homes is an economic indicator measured in Months. It covers the period from Friday, November 30, 1979, to Tuesday, October 1, 2024, and is updated monthly. Please note, this is the median number of months for sale since the completion of the home. Please view all Median indicators for more information or continue to All Top Economic Indicators.
Source: Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (fred.stlouisfed.org)

45-Year History of Median Number of Months on Sales Market Newly Completed Homes

The above interactive chart and the table below show the 45-year history of median number of months on sales market newly completed homes going back to Friday, November 30, 1979. The current value is 2.60 which was updated on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. Historical data enables economists and other stakeholders to identify patterns and trends over time. This can provide insights into how different sectors of the economy are likely to perform under similar conditions in the future.
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