Mortgages Held by the 50th to 90th Wealth Percentiles
WFRBLN40067 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
18,497.00
Year-over-Year Change
-19.60%
Date Range
7/1/1989 - 1/1/2025
Summary
Tracks mortgage holdings for households in the 50th to 90th wealth percentiles. Offers insights into housing finance and wealth distribution.
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
Measures mortgage debt for upper-middle wealth households. Provides critical information about housing market and wealth dynamics.
Methodology
Calculated by tracking mortgage debt for households between 50th and 90th wealth percentiles.
Historical Context
Used by economists and policymakers to understand housing market and wealth trends.
Key Facts
- Covers upper-middle wealth households
- Reflects housing market participation
- Indicates mortgage debt trends
FAQs
Q: What wealth percentiles does this metric cover?
A: Tracks mortgage holdings for households between the 50th and 90th wealth percentiles.
Q: Why is this data important?
A: Provides insights into housing market access and mortgage debt for middle to upper-middle wealth households.
Q: How does this relate to overall economic health?
A: Reflects housing market conditions and wealth distribution patterns.
Q: What can researchers learn from this data?
A: Understand mortgage trends, housing finance, and wealth accumulation strategies.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Typically updated periodically to reflect current mortgage and wealth trends.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Mortgages Held by the 50th to 90th Wealth Percentiles (WFRBLN40067), retrieved from FRED.