Home Price Index (Low Tier) for San Francisco, California
SFXRLTSA • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
382.18
Year-over-Year Change
-1.11%
Date Range
1/1/1987 - 5/1/2025
Summary
The Home Price Index (Low Tier) for San Francisco, California measures the change in prices of low-tier residential properties in the San Francisco metropolitan area. This metric is important for economists and policymakers to understand housing affordability and market dynamics.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
The Home Price Index (Low Tier) for San Francisco, California is a component of the broader Case-Shiller Home Price Index, a leading measure of U.S. residential real estate prices. The low-tier index specifically tracks price changes for homes at the lower end of the market in the San Francisco metro region.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by S&P Dow Jones Indices through a repeat-sales methodology.
Historical Context
The Home Price Index is used by policymakers, investors, and economists to monitor housing market conditions and inform decisions.
Key Facts
- The low-tier index has a base value of 100 as of January 2000.
- San Francisco has seen rapid home price appreciation in recent decades.
- The low-tier index provides insights into housing affordability challenges.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Home Price Index (Low Tier) for San Francisco, California measures changes in residential property prices at the lower end of the market in the San Francisco metropolitan area.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index is important for understanding housing affordability and market dynamics in the San Francisco region, which has experienced rapid home price appreciation in recent years.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by S&P Dow Jones Indices using a repeat-sales methodology.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The Home Price Index is used by policymakers, investors, and economists to monitor housing market conditions and inform decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published monthly with a slight delay, and may be subject to revisions over time.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Home Price Index (Low Tier) for San Francisco, California (SFXRLTSA), retrieved from FRED.