Share of Real Estate Held by the 50th to 90th Wealth Percentiles
WFRBSN40164 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
45.90
Year-over-Year Change
2.46%
Date Range
7/1/1989 - 1/1/2025
Summary
Tracks the proportion of real estate ownership among upper-middle wealth households. Provides critical insight into wealth distribution and property 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
Measures real estate holdings for households between the 50th and 90th wealth percentiles. Indicates middle-class property ownership trends and economic mobility.
Methodology
Calculated using Federal Reserve Survey of Consumer Finances data on household wealth.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers to understand housing market accessibility and wealth concentration.
Key Facts
- Reflects middle-class property ownership patterns
- Indicates economic stratification trends
- Valuable for understanding housing market dynamics
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It tracks real estate ownership for households between 50th and 90th wealth percentiles. Provides insight into middle-class property holdings.
Q: Why is this data important?
A: Helps economists and policymakers understand wealth distribution and housing market accessibility for middle-income households.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Typically updated every three years through the Federal Reserve's Survey of Consumer Finances.
Q: What can this data tell us about economic trends?
A: Reveals changes in property ownership patterns and middle-class wealth accumulation over time.
Q: Are there limitations to this data?
A: Represents a snapshot in time and may not capture rapid economic changes between survey periods.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Share of Real Estate Held by the 50th to 90th Wealth Percentiles (WFRBSN40164), retrieved from FRED.