All-Transactions House Price Index for Asheville, NC (MSA)

ATNHPIUS11700Q • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

519.47

Year-over-Year Change

24.71%

Date Range

10/1/1984 - 1/1/2025

Summary

The All-Transactions House Price Index for Asheville, NC (MSA) measures the changes in single-family home prices in the Asheville metropolitan area. This metric is a key indicator of local housing market trends and affordability.

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 All-Transactions House Price Index tracks the average sale price of single-family homes in the Asheville, North Carolina metropolitan statistical area (MSA). It is published quarterly by the Federal Housing Finance Agency and used to assess housing market conditions and affordability in the region.

Methodology

The index is calculated using sales price data from real estate transactions across the Asheville MSA.

Historical Context

This housing price index is closely monitored by policymakers, real estate investors, and local residents to understand market dynamics and cost-of-living trends.

Key Facts

  • The Asheville MSA covers Buncombe, Haywood, Henderson, and Madison counties.
  • Home prices in Asheville have risen over 50% in the past decade.
  • The median home price in Asheville is now over $350,000.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The All-Transactions House Price Index for Asheville, NC (MSA) tracks the average sale price of single-family homes in the Asheville metropolitan area.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This housing price index is a key indicator of local real estate market conditions and affordability, closely watched by policymakers, investors, and residents.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The index is calculated using sales price data from real estate transactions across the Asheville MSA.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Housing prices and affordability are important factors in local and regional economic development policies.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The index is published quarterly, with a lag of several months from the end of the reference period.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, All-Transactions House Price Index for Asheville, NC (MSA) (ATNHPIUS11700Q), retrieved from FRED.